Zildjian 18" Classic Orchestral Sel. ML

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Zildjian 18" Classic Orchestral Sel. ML

Zildjian

18" Classic Orchestral Sel. ML

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 237522
Brand: Zildjian
Model: 18" Classic Orchestral Sel. ML
Price: $889.90

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These Classic Orchestral Sel. ML cymbals are seriously refined. They offer that beautiful, controlled brilliance you need for orchestral work, with a surprising amount of nuance. A premium-priced choice, they're ideal for professional orchestral percussionists who demand top-tier performance and projection.

Product Description

  • Zildjian 18" Classic Orchestral Sel.
  • Orchestral Cymbals
  • Size: 18"
  • Medium Light
  • Special cymbals with instant response and at the same time the power to sustain the most brilliant cymbal sounds
  • Offers control
  • feel and playability with an overwhelming brilliance
  • Recommended for use in all orchestral playing situations
  • Finish: brilliant outside/traditional inside
  • Genre: Orchestral
  • For professional use
  • Weight (pair): approx. 3
  • 4 kg
  • Includes hand strap and felt pad
  • Delivery quantity: 1 pair
PROS
  • • Exceptional clarity and articulation for delicate orchestral passages
  • • Brilliant finish provides a shimmering, controlled sustain
  • • Hand-hammered lathing creates a complex, nuanced wash
  • • Medium light weight offers responsiveness and ease of control
CONS
  • • Price point places it beyond many hobbyist or student budgets
  • • Brilliant finish demands careful maintenance to prevent discoloration
  • • Limited versatility outside of primarily orchestral settings

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Key Features

Size 18 in
Material B20 Bronze
Type Orchestral Cymbal
Sound Character Brilliant, Clear, Articulate
Straps Included Yes
Weight approx. 3.4 kg (pair)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, their clarity and responsiveness make them excellent for capturing subtle dynamic shifts in film scores requiring detailed cymbal work.
The traditional inside finish contributes to a slightly darker, more complex undertone and helps control unwanted overtones compared to a fully brilliant finish.
The Classic Orchestral Sel. ML offers a more focused and brilliant sound than the Orchestral Masters, prioritizing clarity and projection above a broader wash.

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