Zildjian 12" Oriental China Trash

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Zildjian 12" Oriental China Trash

Zildjian

12" Oriental China Trash

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 157030
Brand: Zildjian
Model: 12" Oriental China Trash
Price: $251.90

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This little China Trash is a real character piece. It's got a raw, aggressive edge that’s perfect for rock, metal, and industrial music where you need a quick, impactful accent. Don't expect subtlety – this cymbal screams.

Product Description

  • Zildjian 12" Oriental China Trash
  • Oriental China Trash
  • Size: 12"
  • Oriental Series
  • Brilliant finish
  • Authentic "trashy" china sound
  • Very quick response
  • Explosive sound
  • Short decay
PROS
  • • The brilliant finish offers excellent visual appeal on stage.
  • • Quick response makes it highly controllable for nuanced playing.
  • • Its explosive sound cuts through dense mixes effectively.
  • • The short decay prevents washiness, ideal for tighter grooves.
CONS
  • • The thinner profile can be fragile with aggressive playing.
  • • Its trashy, aggressive sound limits versatility across genres.
  • • The Oriental series is a mid-range offering; premium options exist.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 12 in
Material B20 Bronze Alloy
Finish Brilliant
Sound Character Trashy, explosive, short sustain
Weight Medium-thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's significantly more aggressive and trashy, lacking the lush, washier tones of a traditional Chinese. Think more 'trash' than 'oriental' in terms of sonic character.
Probably not. Its aggressive nature and short decay make it unsuitable for subtle, nuanced playing styles. It's a specialist instrument.
Drummers seeking impactful accents and aggressive textures, especially in rock, metal, and industrial, will find this cymbal extremely useful.

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