Meinl Cymbals HCS18CR 18″ HCS Brass Crash/Ride Cymbal for Drum Set (VIDEO)
These brass alloy models sound and look great, and let you get into playing MEINL at very realistic prices. The HCS series from MEINL is designed to offer all of the cymbal types and sizes normally found in professional lines to beginners in order to deliver the same sound options a working drummer may look for. The HCS 18″ crash/ride blends the cutting “ping” sound found in a ride cymbal with a smooth crash effect when played as a crash cymbal. The size and weight of this model makes it useful for a multitude of purposes. The HCS crash/ride has excellent stick definition and a clear, penetrating bell with warm undertones and a medium sustain. When heavier moments arise in the music, it makes for a perfect crash cymbal. Meinl HCS cymbals are recommended for any style of music a beginner may be getting into while exploring their sound.
Product Features
- CUTTING RIDE SOUNDS WITH SWELLING CRASH EFFECT: The 18″ Meinl HCS crash/ride is the perfect middle ground between a ride cymbal and a crash cymbal. Blend in ride cymbal patterns with swelling crash cymbal effects, all while maintaining stick definition.
- DESIGNED FOR BEGINNERS AND STUDENTS: Meinl HCS cymbals are designed for beginner and student musicians using a durable brass alloy that maintains its tone while holding up to the brunt of drum sticks. These cymbals are recommended for any style of music a beginner may be getting into while exploring their sound.
- WELL-SUITED TO PLACE ANYWHERE IN YOUR DRUM SET UP: The HCS 18″ crash/ride cymbal is well-suited to place anywhere on your drum kit to incorporate into any style of playing. Use with sticks, mallets, or brushes for a variety of sound in any setting.
- MEINL HCS CYMBALS PROVIDE FULL RANGE OF SOUNDS: The HCS series from Meinl cymbals is designed to offer all of the cymbal types and sizes normally found in professional lines to beginners, in order to deliver the same sound options a working drummer may look for. Each cymbal is stamped with the Meinl logo, giving young players the same feeling as the pros when they sit down at their drum kits.
- OFFICIAL TWO YEAR MEINL WARRANTY: All Meinl cymbals carry a two-year manufacturer’s warranty when purchased from authorized retailers
Nicely made cymbal – and at a nice price I gave this a a gift.The HCS line of cymbals are a good, affordable choice for folks who are just starting out or for students because they are essentially matched to other HCS line cymbals. I gave a nephew a basic used drum kit fro Christmas a couple years ago, but the cymbals that came with the kit were more suited to being used as an enhanced interrogation technique than practicing or actual playing (riots might ensue). The lucky nephew got a small set of HCS hi-hats & a crash for…
Meinl 18″ c/r