Zildjian 18" S Family Band Pair MH

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Zildjian 18" S Family Band Pair MH

Zildjian

18" S Family Band Pair MH

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Product Info

Article Number: 492687
Brand: Zildjian
Model: 18" S Family Band Pair MH
Price: $379.50

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These Zildjian S Family Band pairs are a dependable choice for orchestras and large percussion ensembles needing a solid, controlled crash. The medium-heavy weight gives them plenty of projection without being overly splashy, and the included straps make them easy to handle—a workhorse pair for serious players.

Product Description

  • Zildjian 18" S Family Band Pair MH
  • Orchestra Cymbal
  • Size: 18"
  • S Family Band Series
  • Medium heavy
  • Full-bodied crash sound with powerful stadium projection
  • Very controllable hand cymbal pair is suitable from wind orchestras to indoor and outdoor percussion ensembles
  • Brilliant finish
  • Genre: Orchestral
  • Weight (pair): approx. 3.4 kg
  • Includes hand strap and felt pad
  • Delivery quantity: 1 pair
PROS
  • • Solid, warm foundational crash tone ideal for orchestral settings
  • • Hand hammering provides a nuanced, complex shimmer
  • • MH weight offers excellent projection for larger ensembles
  • • Included straps and felt pad enhance control and safety
CONS
  • • MH weight makes them physically demanding for extended playing
  • • Brilliant finish can be prone to marking and tarnishing
  • • Sound leans towards traditional, limiting modern/experimental uses

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Key Features

Size 18 in
Material B20 Bronze
Type Orchestral Crash Pair
Sound Character Full-bodied, warm, resonant
Straps Included Yes
Weight approx. 3.4 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

While durable, the weight requires some strength and technique; a more experienced player will appreciate their nuances best.
The S Family offers a warmer, more traditional tone than the brighter, more modern A series, at a more affordable price point.
They can, but their projection might be overwhelming; consider smaller cymbals for quieter passages.

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