Zultan 18" China Dark Matter
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Zultan
18" China Dark Matter
Product Info
Article Number:
326510
Brand:
Zultan
Model:
18" China Dark Matter
Category:
18" China Cymbals
Price:
$207.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Zultan Dark Matter China is a really solid choice if you’re looking for a China cymbal that's got warmth and a controlled, musical wash. It’s perfect for players needing a more refined China sound – think jazz, fusion, or even rock where you don’t want a completely chaotic crash. It's a great value for the hand-hammered quality.
Product Description
- Zultan 18" China Dark Matter
- China Cymbal
- Size: 18"
- Dark Matter Line
- Dark China cymbal
- 100% Hand-hammered
- Warm-sounding character with a large dynamic range and fine overtone structure
PROS
- • Hand-hammering creates complex, shimmering wash tones.
- • Dark Matter line offers a controlled, less trashy China sound.
- • 18-inch size provides a good balance of projection and control.
- • Zultan’s B20 bronze blend delivers a warm, musical core.
CONS
- • The dark finish might dampen higher frequencies slightly.
- • Less versatile than a more aggressively pitched China cymbal.
- • Hammering inconsistencies can lead to slight tonal variations between samples.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Dark, Hand-Hammered
Sound Character
Warm, Musical, Dynamic, Controlled Wash
Weight
Approximately 1200g
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Frequently Asked Questions
The darker finish subtly reduces sustain compared to a brighter finish, contributing to its more controlled sound.
While it has projection, its warm character and controlled wash make it better suited for mid-level dynamics; extreme metal players might find it too mellow.
The B20 blend provides a richer, more complex tonal palette with more overtones than a B8 cymbal, resulting in a more nuanced sound.
