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drumbuddy105133
05-19-2007, 10:23 PM
Okay, I need help on choosing cymbals. My teacher told me to stay away from brands other than Sabian and Zildjian, but I am strung between the Sabian XS20's and the Zildjian ZHT's.
And yes, I know that ZHT's are sheet. Also, Rock or Performance?
Any comments will be MUCH APPRECIATED!!
Thank you so much.
da cheese walks
05-19-2007, 10:35 PM
why would you not choose anything other than sabian or zildjian???theyre your cymbals...its the sound your looking for...not your teacher??

whats your budget??

when i was startin off i bought Paiste 802s....lovely cymbals....but slightly pricey if your startin off..(i got my kit for free, so had the extra cash to spend on cymbals)
drumbuddy105133
05-19-2007, 10:49 PM
the thing is buddy, I don't really have any experience on this type of thing. He was just advising me.
By the way, I assume the 802's have been discontinued because I can't find them anywhere
DamoSyzygy
05-20-2007, 04:42 AM
I am personally a Sabian endorser, and I love their cymbals. But by having a teacher tell you to stay away from 80$ of the cymbal brands on the market, what does that do for your choices?

This document can give you a start on selecting cymbals
http://www.drum.com.au/lessons/aug06.pdf

To be honest, I think your final decision probably will be a sabian, or other high end brand, because (with Sabian) their availability, quality and customer service are fantastic. But ALWAYS look at everything you can first, before making a decision.
drumbuddy105133
05-20-2007, 04:54 AM
wow, thanks, that was an immense help
da cheese walks
05-20-2007, 03:59 PM
the thing is buddy, I don't really have any experience on this type of thing. He was just advising me.
By the way, I assume the 802's have been discontinued because I can't find them anywhere

thats fair enough...but just even take a look outside what he told you....i actually have no ideas if the 802s have been discontinued....i reckon they probably have....haha!
d.c.drummer
05-27-2007, 01:43 AM
I disagree with your teacher, i emplore to explore options outside of Zildjian and Sabian (although they are the only ones i have in my lineup, check my sig)
harryconway
05-27-2007, 03:01 AM
I have 14+ cymbals. Brands include Zildjian, Sabain, Paiste, Ufip, Meinl, LP, Soultone and Masterwork. Buy any cymbal that sounds good to you. Accept any cymbal that is given to you. Look for deals. I just scored a 17" Zildjian A custom crash for $50 a few days ago. That was a no brainer, being they typically sell used for $150. What a sweet sounding plate.