If only one cymbal model was to survive!!!!!!

[evans_69]

If? i know it will never happen..... but if you had to choose one model of cymbal from one company which would it be and why?
Mine would be HHX...
Large range..Legacy,evolution, stage,studio,explosion,power....
it has everything for soft jazz upto rock and the hhxpower series really is loud enough for metal,trust me..... your thoughts???????

[Mediocrefunkybeat]

Istanbul Agop Traditional Series. Anything they don't fit into isn't something I'd play.

[photon]

The tried and true A Zildjian series...

[Bttl]

A Custom. Relitively Large Range Also:

Normal
Fast
Projection
Medium
....................

Maybe not so many as other ranges but theres certainly alot to work with.

HHX is cool tho

[shreveman]

Gotta have the sabian AAX's... yep.... that just about covers it.

[Joe Kearney]

Zildjian K... Simply because i love them

[somedrummer]

Saluda Hybrid X... Just becuase I just got a new ride from them and it is AWESOME!!!

[franklinj]

Saluda Hybrid X... Just becuase I just got a new ride from them and it is AWESOME!!!

You got it! Im guessing you like it then :>)

Post some pics up man!

I have to agree; any line in Saluda. They can basically make any osund you want, so it doesnt matter too much.

[somedrummer]

You got it! Im guessing you like it then :>)

Post some pics up man!

I have to agree; any line in Saluda. They can basically make any osund you want, so it doesnt matter too much.

I've got to get my sister to come over so I can use her camera... but it definitely does sound sweet. I'm using it tonight.

[sgt.pepper1986]

I'd go with Zildjian Ks. They are the bomb.

[RudimentalDrummer]

Better not be PAISTE Signature Series ...... though I love Paiste.....so that my Cymbals becomes collectable & appreciate in it's value (like good old Gretsch Drums)...am I too rational ????

[Jay.B.]

i'ts a toss up between sabian AAX or HH lines

I love the sheer cutting power of the AAX range

But I also love the more complex slightly darker tones of the HH

Can I have both please :-)

[defunkt]

PAISTE signature series or 2002s either really

[cheeseadiddle]

Istanbul Agop Traditional Series. Anything they don't fit into isn't something I'd play.

Amen.

Have you found anything they don't fit into yet?

[TitanSound]

The tried and true A Zildjian series...

Quoted for truth!

But then again I am a Zildjian fanboy :)

[jonescrusher]

K customs..............

[Mediocrefunkybeat]

Amen.

Have you found anything they don't fit into yet?

Well my jazz ride never really cut it in metal. But needless to say, I'm not a metal player any more.

[Garvin]

I gotta go with Sabian B8's......



KIDDING!!!!

I think I would want Zildjian's Constantonople line. Like MFB says "anything that they don't fit in isn't something I want to play".... Rght on!

[Dr. Jones]

Bosphorus Turk Series. I think these have the best vintage "K" sound of any modern cymbal.

[shreveman]

I gotta go with Sabian B8's......

Really though i was about to have to open a can on someone.... ha.

Dr. Jones, what drives you to such a darker sound? (and an ugly cymbal...)

[cheeseadiddle]

Well my jazz ride never really cut it in metal. But needless to say, I'm not a metal player any more.

Ah, but they make heavier pies in that model. The trads have got to be the most versitile cymbal I've ever played/heard. I use them for blues and classic rock.

[Mediocrefunkybeat]

Yeah but the fundamental manufacturing processes would suggest that it's going to be a little lower in pitch than those needed for metal. I've used my jazz ride in a rock context quite happily though.

[rendezvous_drummer]

Tough choice between the AAX's and HHX's............HHX takes the cake just because you can use those cymbals in ANY genre, and they sound amazing.

[Dr. Jones]

Really though i was about to have to open a can on someone.... ha.

Dr. Jones, what drives you to such a darker sound? (and an ugly cymbal...)

Actually I like the looks of these cymbals alot.... I dunno I guess I like the dirty unlathed look, gives 'em character. I play Jazz mostly so I need a dark, dry cymbal that doesn't get too washy if I'm playing really up tempo.

[emmerson]

sabian HHX just because they all have great tonal qualities and also sabian can customize if you get a natural finish or brilliant and the HHX sound good with both.

[cheen]

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I think I would want Zildjian's Constantonople line. Like MFB says "anything that they don't fit in isn't something I want to play".... Rght on!

I might have to agree with the Cons, sinse I recently got a 22" medium. It really sounds amazing compared to regular K stuff. I now know they are worth the money to me, but I'm worried about the ride cutting in lighter to medium rock. What do you think Garvin and everybody?

[Ozzy Biz]

Definitely NOT ZXT Titaniums.
I think either HHX or Bosphorus.

I've some cash put aside that I'm slowly adding too for some new cymbals, and I think that I'll get hats, ride, and crash or crash/ride from one of those lines. I'm thinking maybe HHX groove ride and hats and a HHXtreme crash from sabian, or something similar from Bosphorus. I don't know. Any thoughts someone wants to share on this?
Cymbals are so overpriced down here.

Biz

[grahamo87]

meinl byzance is my line of choice

[syaoran05]

Bosphorus Antique Series. Its great for everything.

[RudimentalDrummer]

Bosphorus Antique Series. Its great for everything.

Well, I agree with you that Bosphorus Antique Series...are beautiful & valued cymbals....I just bought a set yesterday afternoon...(The Thin Series)

[syaoran05]

Well, I agree with you that Bosphorus Antique Series...are beautiful & valued cymbals...

youre right with that! imo antiques are the best cymbals and if all other cymbal lines should disappear i ts gonna be ok coz antiques are the best!

nice jazzy cymbals. theyve got a light ping and a good wash, pretty much very versatile. not too bright as Avedises but not too dark that it cant be used for rock.

[my sacred music]

zildjian A customs, and z customs.

[katman]

Paiste Signature Series - from the Dark Energies to the Traditionals - awesome range.

[thumper]

Damn you for asking such a question.! I can't decide, I have a 22" Zildjian K ride that is god's breath to me, but (nearly) all my other cymbals are Sabian: 14" AA Sizzle hats, 14" HH Sound control crash, 16" Saturation crash, 10" XS20 china splash, 8" HH splash, 7" Ice Bell, and a 16" Wuhan Lion china...(.Just can't do without my Wu..;)
I would rebel and defy your rampant Cymbalism!
Sounds like it would make a good screenplot for a movie, huh?
(..."use the Splash, Luke......")

[Goody602]

Paiste 602's....Oh wait....Paiste already killed them in the early nineties.

BRING THEM BACK

[rendezvous_drummer]

I'm changin my answer from HHX to.....damn....K's. Tough choice, but after heard the K dark 14" hats and a 18" K dark crash at a Rick Latham clinic, I nearly $@%# myself cause of how great they sound.

[Ozzy Biz]

I am also removing my HHX vote, and jumping onto the valiant ship of Bosphorus. Most beautiful sounding huks of steel I've ever heard, and at prices that kick @ss.

Biz

[RudimentalDrummer]

The thread asked "If Only One Cymbal Model - which one ?" So, I guess it had to be Versatile, reasonably priced & sound good -?????

Bosphorus of course....The Antique Range I'll say.

PS: - This will not happens - cause if the day comes for a Cymbal company to monopolise the market - we're all dead ducks - just waiting to be slaughter

[Spence]

K's all the way.

Mastersound hats, sweets small splashs, dark crashes and obviously most of the rides.

Weaknesses would be the Chinas. Some are good. I prefere the China Boys though teamed with a nice Oriental.

[GRUNTERSDAD]

Zildjian A's for me......

[Drummer Karl]

oh man, that is hard...I`d go for:

Zildjian K Custom

or

Sabian HHX ................one of them. (Sorry I can really not decide!) =)

Karl

[TopCat]

Paiste Sig or 2002. I can't decide.

[tonedef]

I would love to have the HHX's but the AAX's seem to last longer , sound great and are cheaper . Sound beautiful on recordings and on stage .AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAA XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

ALL I WILL EVER USE!!!!!!!

P.S. for now anyways...........times change and so does the product

[Mike Firth]

A Customs

Paiste 2002's

Meinl Byzance

I'd have to pick from those 3 :[

[nickg]

Paiste 2oo2!!!

i love all of Paiste's line of cymbals, but the 2oo2 would have to be the ONE brand that would have to stick around until the end of the world!!

[Wavelength]

Paiste 302!

(Insert evil laughter here)

[Salicete]

Paiste 2002s. The Swiss and their neutrality, they survive anything.

[Fat Elvis]

I echo the Avedis line... Even though I play (and love) the K's, i think the Avedis line is just plain better for rock. And I play rock.

[Josh is a cult]

I gotta go with the HHX series!

[gringo998]

AAX REPRESENT!22222222222222222222222222222222

[Drumsword]

Camber, ir maybe the Zildjian ZBT.

Of course I'm kidding, I'd have to say Zildjian A series. Or K. I use both.

[Class A Drummer]

I would have to decide between the K's and the AAX's. I am more of a zildjian guy but latley i have been lovin the aax's.


Edit- cool thread.

[Class A Drummer]

I gotta go with Sabian B8's......



KIDDING!!!!

I think I would want Zildjian's Constantonople line. Like MFB says "anything that they don't fit in isn't something I want to play".... Rght on!
Im not 100% sure, but i belive that the Zildjian Constantonople line runs under the K's Or K Custom lines.

[swiNg]

Yes Just got my hands on this beauty today.
I´ts 33 years old and the sound is just killing me.
Bring them Back.

http://www.lordbelial.com/micke/paiste602.jpg

[xkevinx]

Paiste 602's....Oh wait....Paiste already killed them in the early nineties.

hahaha. sad but true...

I guess if i had to choose one series to use forever it'd be a close call between Old K Zildjian Istanbuls and turkish alloy Spizzichinos. However, staying realistic to my financial situation, i'll go with Agop traditionals (probably the most "old K" like cymbals next to the Spizz) or Agop Signatures.

[nickg]

Yes Just got my hands on this beauty today.
I´ts 33 years old and the sound is just killing me.
Bring them Back.

i am totally jealous of anyone who has any 602's!!!!!

[rendezvous_drummer]

I know I already said K's, but I need to say Paiste 2002's and Traditionals are unbelievable! Difficult.....very difficult.

[Fat Elvis]

Oh hell, since we are at it, I'm changing my answer to K's -- K Customs specifically. I originally said Avedis, but playing a weekly gig over the past 3 months has lead me to truly appreciate my K's and K Customs. Just super pleasant cymbals that blend oh-so-nicely.

[larlev]

Oh hell, since we are at it, I'm changing my answer to K's -- K Customs specifically. I originally said Avedis, but playing a weekly gig over the past 3 months has lead me to truly appreciate my K's and K Customs. Just super pleasant cymbals that blend oh-so-nicely.


Where the hell have you been?

Things going OK....

Oh and I vote for Sabian AAX

[Fat Elvis]

Where the hell have you been?

Things going OK....

Oh and I vote for Sabian AAX

things are great -- work is crazy and being in 2 bands is taking it out of me. But better than being bored. I miss this place -- i had better get to some posting. Buy any kits lately?

i am hoping to add to my K collection this week -- maybe next. I need an 18" crash like its my job. The Avedis is just too hard to control volume with and still get a great tone.

[larlev]

things are great -- work is crazy and being in 2 bands is taking it out of me. But better than being bored. I miss this place -- i had better get to some posting. Buy any kits lately?

i am hoping to add to my K collection this week -- maybe next. I need an 18" crash like its my job. The Avedis is just too hard to control volume with and still get a great tone.


I'm done with kits for awhile......the latest addition has been quite nice
My project kit is still calling out to be finished.....

I seriously don't see how you find the time for 2 bands......gotta be rough

[Fat Elvis]

I'm done with kits for awhile......the latest addition has been quite nice
My project kit is still calling out to be finished.....

I seriously don't see how you find the time for 2 bands......gotta be rough

yeah the masters was a nice add. I still have the Ludwig and although I have tossed around dumping it, I am going to keep it. It is a good gig kit and is quick to set-up. I love the snare. :)

2 bands is tough. But i do like them both -- whats a guy to do?

[larlev]

yeah the masters was a nice add. I still have the Ludwig and although I have tossed around dumping it, I am going to keep it. It is a good gig kit and is quick to set-up. I love the snare. :)

2 bands is tough. But i do like them both -- whats a guy to do?


My wife and I are coming out to Vegas for some much needed relaxation...

Not too sure on dates....If you can let me know some upcoming shows...

[Fat Elvis]

My wife and I are coming out to Vegas for some much needed relaxation...

Not too sure on dates....If you can let me know some upcoming shows...

absolutely -- just let me know when you are coming out.

[kung_f00]

Hands down: Bosphorus Traditionals. None of those machined Zildjian, Sabian, Meinl, or Paiste cymbals come close. And as far as handmade cymbals, I think Bosphorus has a leg up on Istanbul. Just my two cents, though.

[Cymbalrider]

Bosphorus Traditionals

[Michael G]

Sabian solors or zildjian planet Z, it is a toss up.

[Drumms]

Zildjian Planet Z, so that you all would have to play crap cymbals.

[rendezvous_drummer]

Zildjian Planet Z, so that you all would have to play crap cymbals.

Curse you and your children, and your children's children!

[de Nick]

definive HHX!!! I´ve got a power ride and it´s just great (as great as all other cymbals of this series like the hhx plosion/extreme/stage/evolution...)

[moe.ron]

paiste new signature

[gretsch223]

K Custom

20202020202020

[chazgrohl]

paiste 2002 sound edge hi-hats lovely hmm

[macmarkus]

... only one cymbal model was to survive?

paiste traditionals. :-)

[tamadrummer132]

A custom for me, they can pull rock,funk,hip-hop, and kinda almost not really jazz

[BoxcarDrummer182]

aveids obviously, THE versitile cymbal.

[WYdrummer09]

I only use A Zildjian cymbals. They may get expensive, but I don't mind saving up extra money if they are going to last. i've had them for about 8 years and not even a scratch. Of course I take very good care of them and clean them after every gig. Anyhow, I like how versitile they are, cause I play so many diffrent styles.

[Gravy]

B8!
2020202020202020202020

;)

[Norske]

Paiste for sure. Pretty subjective question, but what the heck. Either 2002's or Signatures IMHO.

[Evilbagua]

gunna have to go Z customs since thats the line of cymbals all but 2 of mine are.

[ECVail]

I've some cash put aside that I'm slowly adding too for some new cymbals, and I think that I'll get hats, ride, and crash or crash/ride from one of those lines. I'm thinking maybe HHX groove ride and hats .

Biz

HHX Groove Hats are smokin! I've had mine (14") for about 4 months and they are so freaking shweet. Great wash and definition open, killer chick sound closed.

I would recommend these hats to anybody. Next time I'm set up, I'll try to get some sound on 'em. Also, Matt Abts from Gov't Mule uses these hats so there's a high-quality recorded reference you can check out.

Oh - and as to the original question: Last month I would've said HHXs. This month, Paiste Signature.

[RyanVZ1]

Paiste Reflector Series... hands down...

[fourstringdrums]

I don't have them in my posession yet, but based on what I've heard, Bosphorus New Orleans.

[KONA]

Sabian Signature Series: Neil Peart Paragon - all of them!

[stickers]

I think in all seriousness, If we all had to have one line of cymbal the nod would have to go to the regular Zildjian Avedis line.

[FullerBrushMan]

My fave pie to date: 22" K Custom Dark Ride

Even tho it's 22" ...it's easy to crash and gets a nice classic crash sound with maybe a bit more decay time than you want in some cases but... You said ONE cymbal.

It also rides very sweetly and is easy to control without excessive buildup or any trace of gongyness... stick definition may be a little weak in some instances with some sticks but again you said... ONE cymbal

So that's it.... the one i can't live without.. 22" K Custom Dark Ride

[bonzo49]

Paistie Signuture

2020202020

[catlover]

K Zildjian, no doubt !

[spartacus1989]

HHX sabian!

The one crash, to rule them all :D

[lewisn27]

aboslutley the sabian solars, tromendous cymbals, the giants of the cymbal world, towering above the likes of zildjian k's and paiste signatures.


JOKING!!!
i would probably go for sabian aax's

[drum.lad]

i would have to agree i love my AAX's but that just me

[Steamer]

If only one was survive without question would be the green label Istanbul Agop Signature line of cymbals. Everything in this line are truly special and unique like nothing else i've heard period that is currently on the market to my ear.

[Michael G]

Any A Zildjian made in the 1950s and some years before.

[guidrummer]

Paiste Rude so that every drummer would go deaf by the time they are 50.

Seriously. The Meinl Byzance series covers it all. More extensive than K & K Custom considering that Meinl Byzance has Traditional, Brilliant, Dark, Extra Dry, and Jazz Series.

[volvoguy]

Come on, kids!

The EMP will knock out all of the microchips making most of these cymbals with their cookie cutters, so you're all going to be relegated to playing handmade Turkish cymbals. :-P

-Ryan

[DaveyBoy]

Byzance OR Giant Beats

I havn't decided

[Guillermo]

If there could be only one kind of drink, it should be water...
Now, fruit juice is great... beer... but if it had to be one it would have to be the most basic, versatile one.

Following that example, I'd have to add myself to the votes of good ol' standard AVEDIS line... the only line played and recorded on EVERY conceivable style of music for the most time... and the basic sound reference to compare all cymbals to.

Even If I don't use any, I'd have to say that.

[Cast]

Sabian HH enough said

[ThroneAmbition]

Another Avedis Zildjian vote here.

[PQleyR]

Paiste 2002.

PssSSSHHH!

[hateplow]

Another for Paiste 2002

[Citizen Insane]

My 3 choices would be;

Paiste 2002
Paiste Signature
Meinl Byzance

I'm leaning towards the Byzance line. That line has a amazing amount of models and could be used in every musical situation I could think off.

[stasz]

Paiste Giant Beat

20202020202....

[Fur drummer]

PAISTE signature series or 2002s either really

Same here, I love Paiste Signatures. Great sounding cymbals.

[MonteChristo]

Paiste Signature gets my vote.