Thomann 12" B20 Marching Cymbals

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Thomann 12" B20 Marching Cymbals

Thomann

12" B20 Marching Cymbals

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 353025
Brand: Thomann
Model: 12" B20 Marching Cymbals
Price: $64.90

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These Thomann 12 in B20 marching cymbals are a genuinely surprising value. They’re a good starting point for student marching bands or percussionists needing a budget-friendly crash option; the bronze provides a decent core sound despite the limitations of the alloy. Don't expect Zildjian quality, but for the price, they're quite respectable.

Product Description

Thomann 12" B20 Marching Cymbals, Marching Crash Cymbals, Size: 12", Material: B20 Bronze, Incl. straps and felt pads, Weight: approx. 1.3kg/pair

PROS
  • • B20 bronze provides a surprisingly warm, complex tone for the price.
  • • Included straps and felt pads offer immediate playability and protection.
  • • Lightweight at 1.3kg, easy for marching and fast playing.
  • • Consistent hammering delivers a predictable, usable sound across the pair.
CONS
  • • The B20 alloy is a budget formulation, lacking the bell projection of higher-end cymbals.
  • • Lacks the intricate hand-hammering of professional-grade marching cymbals.
  • • Sound is somewhat thin, not ideal for heavier, more aggressive styles.

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Key Features

Size 12 in
Material B20 Bronze
Type Marching Crash
Sound Character Warm, complex, relatively thin
Straps Included Yes
Weight 1.3 kg/pair

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Frequently Asked Questions

While playable, the thinner sound and less refined hammering won't match the projection and response of higher-end marching cymbals, potentially hindering performance.
B20 bronze generally offers a warmer, more complex tone with more overtones than B8, but the Thomann’s budget alloy doesn’t fully realize that potential.
They *can* be used, but their relatively thin nature and marching-specific hammering means they'll have a different, less versatile sound than a standard crash.

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