Zildjian L80 Low Volume 18" China Cymbal
The L80 Low Volume China 18" is a low-volume china cymbal, up to 80% quieter than a traditional china. It brings the trashy snap of a china into a room where you can't play loud.
What sets it apart
- 18" china, medium-thin weight
- Up to 80% less volume
- Adds to an existing L80 set
- Also works for building stacks and effects
The newest addition to the range
After the success of the packs, Zildjian made L80s available individually: hi-hats, crash, crash ride, ride, splash, and then this 18" china. It is designed to fit into an L80 set and keep a volume consistent with the rest of the practice kit.
Stack it to invent
Zildjian suggests using L80s as stackers or as hi-hat components. Set on another L80 cymbal, it opens the door to effect sounds you can work on without raising the volume.
Specifications
| Diameter | 18" |
|---|---|
| Weight | Medium-thin |
| Volume reduction | Up to 80% |
| Finish | Matte, sandblasted |
| Family | L80 Low Volume |
What it's for
- Adding an effect cymbal to an L80 set
- Practising china accents for heavy music, without the noise
- Building a low-volume stack
Compared with other manufacturers
To put the size in context, here are 18" chinas from other makers, at normal volume:
| Manufacturer | Model | Diameter | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zildjian | L80 Low Volume China | 18" | Up to 80% quieter |
| Sabian | B8X Chinese | 18" | Normal |
| Paiste | PST 3 China | 18" | Medium |
| Dream | China | 18" | Normal, B20 bronze |
Frequently asked questions
- What is a china cymbal used for?
- For short, trashy accents, more aggressive than a crash. In practice, it is used to work on end-of-phrase hits and the fast patterns of heavy music.
- Are china cymbals loud?
- A regular china, yes, very. This one is low volume: Zildjian states up to 80% less, which makes it playable in an apartment.
- What is the difference between a china and a crash?
- A crash gives a rounder, longer burst. A china gives a drier, trashier accent. Many drummers add a china next to their crashes to vary their accents.
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