Basics
Sizes: 18″
Weight: Medium
Volume: Medium
Character
Sound color: Dark
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Function
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Long
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Soft
 Dark, warm, strong, exotic, sizzling, earthy. Wide range, slightly complex and dense mix. Fairly soft, responsive feel. Great for explosive, strong, dark accents. Complex, washy ride sound. A modern China cymbal with a wide spectrum for various musical applications. “The China is nearly smooth”, states Vinnie Colaiuta.