Zildjian 18" S Family Band Pair MH
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Zildjian
18" S Family Band Pair MH
Product Info
Article Number:
492687
Brand:
Zildjian
Model:
18" S Family Band Pair MH
Category:
18" Orchestral Cymbals
Price:
$379.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
