Zultan 18" Rock Beat China
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Zultan
18" Rock Beat China
Product Info
Article Number:
268206
Brand:
Zultan
Model:
18" Rock Beat China
Category:
18" China Cymbals
Price:
$196.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Zultan Rock Beat China is a solid choice for drummers needing a focused, powerful sound. Its quick response and bright trebles cut through a mix well, making it perfect for rock, pop, and modern worship. It’s a budget-friendly option that punches above its weight class.
Product Description
- Zultan 18" Rock Beat China
- China
- Rock Beat Series
- Size: 18"
- China cymbal with short and fast response and clear
- powerful trebles
- Long sustain
- Sparkling tones across the entire sound response
- Brilliant
- hand-polished surface
- Sound character: Full
- powerful and expressive
- 100% Handmade
- Made of B-20 bronze
PROS
- • B-20 bronze construction delivers a warm, full, and complex tonal palette.
- • Hand-hammered lathing creates a responsive wash and shimmering overtones.
- • Brilliant finish enhances projection and visual appeal, adding a professional touch.
- • Fast response allows for quick, articulate swells and dynamic control in modern styles.
CONS
- • Sustain, while long, might not satisfy players seeking extreme wash.
- • The Rock Beat voicing is less versatile than a more traditionally shaped China.
- • Handmade nature may introduce slight variations in weight and sound between cymbals.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
B-20 bronze
Finish
Brilliant, hand-polished
Sound Character
Full, powerful, expressive, sparkling
Weight
Medium-light
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Rock Beat has a more focused, direct sound; traditional Chinese cymbals offer a wider, more chaotic wash.
Like all bronze cymbals, it's susceptible, but Zultan’s manufacturing process and B-20 alloy offer good durability with proper care.
While it *can* be used, its powerful character is best suited for louder styles; quieter genres might find it a bit overpowering.
