Zultan 18" China Dark Matter

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Zultan 18" China Dark Matter

Zultan

18" China Dark Matter

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 326510
Brand: Zultan
Model: 18" China Dark Matter
Price: $207.90

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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.

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