S Dark takes the S Family in a darker direction, with a sound that is more complex, slightly drier and has a little less sustain than the S Zildjian models.
Lower and trashier
The 18-inch S Dark China is lower in pitch and trashy, giving big hits a darker, gritty character.
Dries out fast
Its short sustain dries out quickly, so accents make an impact without lingering.
Random hammering, dark finish
Random hammering and a proprietary dark finish set S Dark apart visually and sonically from the brilliant S Zildjian cymbals.
Each one slightly different
The dark coating is hand-finished, so colour varies slightly from one cymbal to the next.
Watch & Hear It
Product FAQ
How is S Dark different from the standard S Family?
S Dark is darker, more complex and slightly drier, with a little less sustain. It uses random hammering and a proprietary dark finish.
What does the S Dark China sound like?
Lower in pitch and trashy, with a short sustain that dries out quickly.
Why does the colour vary?
The dark finish is applied by hand, so colour varies slightly from cymbal to cymbal.
What is it best for?
It is made for big hits and accents.
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
SD18CH
Family
S Dark
Type
China cymbal
Size
18"
Build & Finish2 specifications
Specification
Details
Hammering
Random
Finish
Proprietary dark finish, hand-finished
Sound4 specifications
Specification
Details
Pitch
Lower
Character
Trashy
Sustain
Short, dries out quickly
Best for
Big hits and accents
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