Meinl Cymbals HCS20R 20″ HCS Brass 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 20″ ride cymbal is essential to any player beginning with their first set of cymbals. The size is an industry standard, and the sound quality is unsurpassed in this price range. This cymbal has excellent stick definition and a clear, penetrating bell with warm undertones and a medium sustain. Meinl HCS cymbals are recommended for any style of music a beginner may be getting into while exploring their sound.
Product Features
- TRADITIONAL RIDE SOUNDS WITH PLENTY OF “PING”: The Meinl HCS 20″ ride creates a clear, defined ping sound with a cutting bell for a bright overall sound that is useful for any style from rock to jazz. Whether it’s practice at home or playing live with a band, the Meinl HCS ride responds well with your level of intensity.
- 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.
- SUPERB TONAL QUALITY: One of the great aspects of this ride cymbal is its ability to deliver a warm mix of sound underneath the clear and defined stick definition. This is a quality that many professionals seek out in their ride cymbals.
- 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
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Great Sounding Cymbals At A Great Price! I have a DW drum set with with all Zildjian A Custom cymbals and high hat. I recently purchased a small Ordery drum set (4 piece Cafe Kit) for playing in small venues such as one of my churches classrooms. I wanted to purchase some cymbals and a 13″ high hat set that I could use with the Ordery kit at a lower price point than my Zildjians. I researched Meinl cymbals and I have heard their higher end cymbals in person and I was really impressed. So I ordered a HCS 20″ Traditional Ride,…
Big sound This cymbal can make a broad range of sound. The bell makes a very solid and broad ting. Playing rolls near the rim can produce a complex wash of noise. The actual ride function has some depth but the rhythmic clarity dominates. Sounds good to me! It does ring out a lot, so you should consider this cymbal if you are OK with a lot of sustain. Some of the naysayers seem to be forgetting that you can always mute it with your hand if dynamics demand it. The shiny brass looks good…
A good student grade cymbal