Looking to expand tonal range of my cymbals, need guideance

buc28 · #1 (**permalink**) 07-11-2009, 02:19 PM

HEY! i was looking to upgrade my cymbal range with a splash and china, whilst saving some dough. i obviously want the wuhan 12 in china and to match the rest of the cymbals in my kit i was thinking about getting zildjian zbt series splash. and of course i will need new stands for the cymbals so i was gonna go a bit cheap and buy the pacific drums P/D 700 straight stand, and then buy a pearl cymbal holder. Your comments/ suggestions are appreciated. also i need to keep it under $180 USD.

THANKS!

Infero Exicution · #2 (**permalink**) 07-11-2009, 05:24 PM

PDP cymbal stands are very very sturdy!

They aren't cheap, they're affordable!
I get to work on finding some splashes you might be interested in.
How long have you been drumming?
Soo...
A pdp 700 costs around $47 (USD).
soo...
you have a round the neighborhood of
$100 or as low as $50 for a splash right?
The ZBT is pretty good. But I'll just get some other options for you to
juggle around with. Cheers, and happy drumming!

Infero Exicution · #3 (**permalink**) 07-11-2009, 05:40 PM

Here are some good ones...
Paiste Alpha thin splash
Buy Paiste Alpha Thin Splash Cymbal | Splash Cymbals | Musician's Friend
Paiste Alpha Metal splash
Buy Paiste Alpha Metal Splash | Splash Cymbals | Musician's Friend
Sabian Xs20 splash
Buy Sabian XS20 Splash Cymbal | Splash Cymbals | Musician's Friend
Zildjian ZXT fast splash
Buy Zildjian ZXT Flash Splash Cymbal | Splash Cymbals | Musician's Friend
Zildjian ZHT splash
Buy Zildjian ZHT Splash | Splash Cymbals | Musician's Friend
Sabian B8 splash
Buy Sabian B8 Series Splash Cymbal | Splash Cymbals | Musician's Friend
Sabian B8pro splash
Buy Sabian B8 Pro Splash Cymbal | Splash Cymbals | Musician's Friend
Thats what I've got so far...
Come back in 10 minutes for more.

Tell me if any of these are good.
Oh and heres a link to the ZBT. Just to compare prices.

Buy Zildjian ZBT Splash Cymbal | Splash Cymbals | Musician's Friend
Good Luck! And Happy Drumming!!!

buc28 · #4 (**permalink**) 07-11-2009, 05:51 PM

it does leave 50 to 100 dollars, but i still need to get that cymbal arm and china. i was planning on getting the 12 inch wuhan to save on a good splash.
I have been drumming on and off for about 7 years, more off than on though.
thanks for the research and suggestions Infero Exicution! Ill get back to you as soon as i get done looking at all of them and comparing.

Infero Exicution · #5 (**permalink**) 07-11-2009, 06:04 PM

Ur welcome buc!
Sorry there are so many.

I couldn't stop brain storming!

With the $50-$100, I tried to include the cymbal arm.
but forgot the china.

I have a 14'' china from wuhan and I got it for
$25. I love it.

I've had it for 4 years now.

There is also an Agazarian splash that I have. 8''.
The name is actually a break off of wuhan. Wuhan was losing money quick with
their chinas and gongs that very few people where buying and
decided to make another company that makes splashes, crashes, rides, etc...
named Agazarian. This saved the company from total bankruptcy.
The splash was $15! It's 3 years old and still sounds amazing with no marks,
cuts, or cracks yet!

I couldn't find an online source that had it. That explains the
no links for it. I got it at my local Guitar Center, though. They still have them.

buc28 · #6 (**permalink**) 07-11-2009, 06:30 PM

Man... too bad i live in a po-dunk town that only has one stoplight... no Guitar Centers nearby for me... hence why i have to do all my shopping online. how did wuhan lose money on their chinas and stuff?? from what ive heard the wuhan is pretty elite as far as chinas go. my cart right now at musicians friend has the pearl cymbal arm, zbt 8" splash, wuhan 12" china, and pdp 700 straight stand, all with gold 2 year coverage for like 154.74 with free shipping! if you can find a better deal than that let me know asap!=D

Infero Exicution · #7 (**permalink**) 07-11-2009, 08:05 PM

Hmmm....
I think I know a site that has better deals than MF.
Actually 2.

I'll check those out for for right now.

Infero Exicution · #8 (**permalink**) 07-11-2009, 08:13 PM

Alright Drumsonsale has
The zildjian ZBT splash,
A 12'' Wuhan handmade china cymbal,
and a pearl cymbal arm all for....
Get this.......
$92.52!!

Free shipping too!
Heres the links....
ZBT splash
Drums on SALE - Zildjian ZBT Splash Cymbal - 8 10 or 12 ZBT8S ZBT10S ZBT12S - $39.95
wuhan china 12''
Drums on SALE - Authentic Lion China Cymbal - 12 made in Wuhan China LC-12 - $19.00
Pearl cymbal arm
Drums on SALE - Pearl Geared Titler Boom Cymbal Holder w/ Quick Release Clamp CH-70 - $32.52
There ya go! Keep rockin!