i have to get cymbals for a present and i have only four cymal brands to choose from.
they are
sabian
zildjian
paiste
meinl
2007-12-23 12:18:24 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Christmas
mike portnoy uses sabian
rob bourdon uses zildjian
paramoe's drummer uses meinl
and idk who uses paiste.
2007-12-23 12:28:59 · update #1
Honestly, all of the top 3 are used by legendary drummers, and all sound pretty similar, especially for a beginner. I would just say to never EVER buy the cheapest cymbal of whatever you're looking for. I mean, just because a 20" China is only $60, doesn't mean it's a deal. Go to a respectable store, and you'll get what you pay for. If it seems too good to be true, it's too good to be true. 2nd hand is a good bet, too.
2007-12-23 12:24:18 · answer #1 · answered by spudmunkey 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have tried both zildjian and paiste and I prefer zildjian. I've tried sabian and don't care for them, but I'd say that is a matter of personal preference. I've never even heard of meinl.
2007-12-23 20:23:50 · answer #2 · answered by Rich 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I love the sound quality of Sabians. And they last for a long time. But it is kind of a personal choice, and it depends on what particular sound the drummer is looking for.
2007-12-23 20:22:31 · answer #3 · answered by Lacy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Zildjian is the best.
2007-12-23 20:21:03 · answer #4 · answered by Beau R 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sabian or zildjian.
i think they're equal in terms of quality and sound.
2007-12-23 20:23:33 · answer #5 · answered by its_paaaul93 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i gotta go with zildjian on this one! best quality, best sound!
2007-12-23 20:23:02 · answer #6 · answered by megs 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Zildjian, no contest.
2007-12-23 20:21:08 · answer #7 · answered by Captain S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sabian
best sound quality
2007-12-23 20:20:44 · answer #8 · answered by Sherwood...Nathaneil Sherwood 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋