Bright, Explosive and Trashy — Built for Quick, Heavy Accents.
Explosive and trashy
The 18-inch S China has a bright, explosive and trashy sound that adds instant excitement to accents.
Sharp attack, little sustain
A sharp attack is followed by little sustain, so each hit lands hard and clears quickly.
Made for heavy accents
It is well suited to quick, heavy accents.
Thin, Brilliant B12
It is thin in weight and made from B12 bronze with a Brilliant finish.
The S Family
The S Family is the next step for serious drummers moving up from beginner cymbals. S Zildjian models are made from B12 bronze (88% copper, 12% tin) with a Brilliant finish, symmetrical hammering and traditional lathing for a clean, pure and bright sound.
Watch & Hear It
Product FAQ
What does the S China sound like?
Bright, explosive and trashy, with a sharp attack and little sustain.
What weight is it?
It is thin.
What alloy is it made from?
B12 bronze: 88% copper and 12% tin.
What other sizes are available?
Zildjian also makes the S China in 16".
Why buy from The Bangalore Drum Shop
✓Authorised Zildjian Dealer: Genuine India-market stock with the manufacturer's warranty, supported by us directly.
✓Play it before you buy it: Our Bengaluru showroom is set up so you can sit down and play, and compare against the alternatives in the room.
✓Advice from drummers: The team plays. Ask about sizes, heads, sticks, thrones, pedals and what will actually suit the room you play in.
✓Pan-India delivery: Shipped anywhere in India, packed for transit, with tracking from despatch to your door.
✓GST invoice and after-sales support: Full tax invoice on every order, and a service point in the city rather than a call centre.
Model & Format5 specifications
Specification
Details
Brand
Zildjian
Model
S18CH
Family
S Family
Type
China cymbal
Size
18"
Build & Finish3 specifications
Specification
Details
Weight
Thin
Alloy
B12 bronze (88% copper, 12% tin)
Finish
Brilliant
Sound4 specifications
Specification
Details
Character
Bright, explosive, trashy
Attack
Sharp
Sustain
Little
Best for
Quick, heavy accents
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