Hey what's up everyone. It's been a while since I posted lol. Anyways, I was looking at buying the Sabian B8 Cymbal pack. It comes with:

- 14" Hi-hats
- 14", 16", and 18" Crashes
- 20" Ride
- 10" Splash

I was wondering if anyone has any reviews for these cymbals or recommends them. I mean of course I could google search it but since this is a drum forum I thought I could get better help here =). So if anyone has these or has played these let me know xD.

I have a B8 pro 8" splash (my only Sabian cymbal), but I have also played the B8's at stores/churches/on other kits. . .

They are good cymbals for the money, and the ride esp. has a good sound for being inexpensive (nicer bell than the Zildjian equivalent ZBT)

The hi-hats are okay as well, and have good response, but they're thicker than you would expect.

The crashes are really the low point of the set - they tend to be very bright, and relatively loud, with less room for dynamics. I would assume that the splash is similar to the one I own - it's also very bright, and can cut through the entire rest of the kit (it's also thicker than you would expect.)

Overall, if Sabian is what you like, and if you can live with the crashes, the B8's are a pretty decent set of cymbals.

Ive got B8s (16" thin, 20" ride and 14"hi hats) and i love them.
The ride is very clean as are the hi-hats, the crash is good but as MJS said its very loud, and if you are playing a style that isnt necessarily loud, then you might consider them as a bit of a let down.

id encourage anyone to get them, especially if you like sabians.

hey guys, First post on the forums. My current cymbal setup is as follows. They are all Sabians.

13" AAX Stage Hats
10" AAX Splash
17" HH Medium Thin Crash
18" AAX Dark Crash
19" AAXplosion crash
20" AAX Metal Crash
20" AA El Sabor Ride

I would love to get the AAX Pack but I am short on money, got about 500 dollars. I play lots of hard rock and metal anyone got any suggestions?

Not sure where you're located, but here in Ontario Canada, I recently bought a Zildjian Custom A pack with hats, 2 crashes and a ride for $535 + tx

Don't forget to check local pawn shops and craigslist in your area - you may get more cymbal for your dollar than buying new

whats do tous think of sabian aax splashes?
Iv ordered one...10"

brighter sound, reliable, a little more expensive than other makes of similar quality, but still worth the money

Yes, they are definitely brighter - they pretty much cut through any mix of music.

Hi everyone!!!
I'm not really strong in english, cause live in Russia =)) So, don't beat me for my words =)))

So, Sabian B8 symbals not bad for start, but if you buy it, I let you to carry some money to change them to pro symbals ....

Some years ago i was playin' on B8 ... I prefer AAX series cause of they are good for any style of music and dymanics ... That's just what i need =)))

I bought a Zildjian ZXT pack to start off with. I'll never look back on that decision! They were fantastic to start with:D

and now I'm onto to slightly more expensive cymbals... Zildjian Ks mostly...

B8's are a good start - but as others said would be nice to move to better cymbals later.

matters what style you into also?

zildjian and making some good stuff nowadays...and for good deals.

also check meinl. its up to u - make sure u hear a cymbal before you play it.

I have the B8 rock crash, however it is the least use cymbal on my kit. Thats not to say there is anything wrong with it, I just prefer brighter tones.

It all comes down to personal preference and what sound you are looking for. Some people take years and years to work out their ideal cymbal setup. I myself have gone through several sets and still aint happy

I use mixed cymbals all around. Paiste PST3's are a really good pack for the price, for starters. Now, I moved up to Paiste 2002 Hats and Zildjian Custom Hybrid Crashes. And Wuhan effects.

Hard rock and metal can go with Paiste Alpha, and Paiste PST3. Or, if you want to spend some money go with Sabian AA Metal-X.

This is the cymbal list I had on my old Pearl Export kit..
6" Zildjian Splash
8" Zildjian Splash
12" Zildjian A Splash
16" Zildjian Vintage Hand Hammered
18" Sabian Hand Hammered China
16" Piaste Sig. Series Fast Crash
18" Zildjian K Custom Dark Crash
21" Zildjian Heavy Rock Ride
15" Zildjian A Thin Crash

Hey,

I'm buying my first drumkit. Im going for a Tama imperialstar and the seller offers paiste 101 series cymbals with them. My question is whether they are any good, or I should concider upgrading them for a small fee. What would be good alternatives for a starting drummer?

Thanks in advance,
Tristan

Personally I think you should stay with the Paiste for now, just until you learn how to play..see what kind of sound your looking for and give your self a little time to check out other cymbals in the stores, and play on those a little to see if its want you want first..Because as soon as you buy that cymbal, get it home and you dont like it.. you will be lucky to get 1/2 your money back..in some places..

On that note, if you do end up wanting to replace or upgrade a particular cymbal - take the cymbal you are replacing to the store with you, so that you can compare the sounds immediately. Nothing is more disappointing than bringing home a cymbal that sounds completely different in your studio than it did in the big room at the store.

Cheers

You Got that right Listen to him.. Hes 100% right and I speak from experience and a lot of wasted time and more importantly money..wish I had 1/4 of that money back..

hi all,
I haven't yet my personal drumset, because it's usual for me to play in some school or however centers where I find several drumsets for hire.....of course waiting for my room will be ready for playing without all neighbors are coming!!!!
My only cymbal I own is a 10 Paiste Metal Splah: it sounds so good!!!
But, coming back to the principle argument, I've tried a lot of cymbals:Zildjian, Paiste, Turkish, Ufip and also Sabian, more other cheep chinese sets.
At the end of the day, if I could, I'd play a mix between them and surely I'll not buy a set.

hi guys, i want to tell you my personal experience with Turkish cymbals Classic line... beautiful and cheap

In the music store the other day and saw a 24" Sabian Heavy Rock Ride this thing was a monster...It actually sounded pretty good..

hi!
I'm looking for a bosphorus master series hit hat 13"

somebody can help me??thak you so much

Is the Bosphorus Master Series an older series? or Is it new stuff..? I know a few old timers that still play they might be able to help me..if it extremely old..

no it isn't.. master is a modern series.very nice cymbal.

OH OK Thanks Let Me Look..

Hey guys I've been drummin for a year and a half. And i was wondering which cymbals to buy. I like Sabian's and Zildjian's cymbals a lot. But which one should i choose? And which are the ones that chip and crack over time? I'm thinking of getting ZHT zildijian cymbals 2 crashes a ride and a hats but im not sure... Which of the two are better?

It really has a lot to do with preference - Zildjian and Sabian are both great choices. Paiste is alright, but they definitely have a "different" type of sound (almost airier or crisper - it's hard to pinpoint).

ZHt, from what I hear, is a good line of cymbals. You might also consider some good old Zildjian A's. Sabian AA's or AAX's might also be good choices - it's a good idea to play a bunch of different models and make sure you like what you are getting.

Good luck with the cymbal search!

I had a Paiste 16" Signature Series Fast Crash and I thought that it had the most Brilliant sound I had ever Heard and I have had a lot of cymbals but that was just that particular cymbal by Paiste

I need a china. What are some good ones? I have all Zildjians at the moment, but I might be interested in Wuhans

Here is a sample of my Wuhan china:

Youtube Wuhan China

Really "trashy" sounding.

I had a Zildjian 18" china but the edges were rolled under Im not sure of the actual technical name for it I dont remember much too long ago..Very nice sounding Wuhan China JDog>>

i have these
b8 14'' hi hats pair
16'' thin crash b8
20'' medium ride zildjian zbt plus
and a bottom part of a hi hats of a premium drum kit that sound exactly like a china

So i was considering buying the Zildjian A Custom Cymbal Pack which includes:
14" Hats
16" Crash
18" Crash
20" Medium Ride

Any thoughts or comments about these cymbals? Does anyone have any of these?

Oh and it includes a cymbal bag. All for $700

I use those cymbals at basketball games with a pepband (Just look at my picture, same cymbals!)

Not a bad set, Loud, but decent. They have a nice sizzle sound. I think its always better to buy cymbals individually though. I am very happy with the cymbals that I use at home, which I bought separately. If you're going to spend 700 bucks, try going to a guitar center with a drum stick and hit every single cymbal they have. You may find some great combinations for even less than $700. I love Zildjian, but theres a lot of good cymbal companies out there.

The A Customs are definitely nice, but I agree that buying a package for $700 might be a little bit hasty without actually hearing the cymbals together.

I've been a loyal Zildjian K/A guy for many years, but I've been very impressed with the new Sabian HH and HHX line.

I could probably make some recommendations if you give me some info about your drumming.

1. What styles of music do you play?
2. What kind of drum set do you have?
3. Are you recording?

One particular cymbal that I had on my acoustic kit was the 16" Paiste fast crash signature series and I thought that sound was close to the best I had ever heard..very expensive cymbal at that time..

1. I mostly play rock/pop in that area
2. I have a PDP FS Series 5 piece kit. It is an all birch, fusion size kit. Right now, the cymbals I have are kinda crappy: All Zildjian- ZBT 16" Crash (decent), 13" Planet Z Hats, 20" Planet Z Ride, and I have a couple splashes but I'm more concerned about the main cymbals for me.
3. I am not recording

Yea, I think that the ZBT level is a good practice cymbal but I think its a beginner cymbal..

Also, I have listened to the A Custom cymbals online from the Zildjian website, and my friend has the crashes and hats and i love the crashes and the hats are the sound i was looking for. And for the ride i just wanted an upgrade and the A Custom 20" Medium Ride seems pretty good.

Thats a Nice Cymbal Like that sound as well.. the A from Zildjian that is..

you can never go wrong with custom A's..definitely play on some so you know what sounds good to you,,the choices nowadays is unreal..i bought a ZBT pack when they first came out and it came with a 18 inch crash/ride..love that cymbal and it a cheapo to.its what sounds good to you man

LifeOfDrums; I think the Zildjian A custom set would be good for you. Each cymbal is as good at the other. However, this is what I would really recommend for you.

Ride: Sabian XS (smooth, yet defined attack)
Crash: 16" K Custom Fast Crash Baby!!! (Use some of the money that you saved on the ride to cover the extra cost.)
Crash2: Paste Signature (14")
Hats: You could go with Avedis Zildjian Mastersounds, or K Customs.

I find that HiHats and rides are the most durable, and the safest to purchase used.

Good luck!

can you give the song that you using for the video? i like that song very much but i dont know the name and i want it

Thanks BigBand you helped a lot with the recommendations. I will defintely consider this setup, but thanks again!

Pulse Wine Red Gloss Finish
22"x18" Bass Drum
8" tom
10" Tom
14" Tom
16" Tom
14" Snare

Zildjian ZBT Cybals

How do the ZBT's sound ??

I think they sound awful. Still better than yamaha cymbals though.

hahaha i will agree..i hated my ZBT's but the 18"crash/ride sounded good..but the rest was horrible..ive never heard Yamaha cymbal..cant be any worse than solar ,lmao

There is some pretty nasty stuff out there, but I know a lot of people use that crap for starter stuff..

haha. I felt bad giving away my yamaha cymbals... for the person receiving them. lol

I have a Tama cymbal. It is supposed to be a 13" crash. That is all I have to say about that. Crap with a gold shine!

friend of mine ordered some B8's and he is raving about them..would not take my advise..wanted to go cheap as possible..soon he will learn

And thus the saying you only get what you pay for..100% true for Cymbals I know that..