Cymbal Technique
Everything published on Music Adviser UK under Cymbal Technique — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Common Crash Cymbal Mistakes to Avoid
Most crash cymbal problems — cracking, poor sound, mounting failures — come from a short list of repeatable mistakes. Here is what to watch for and how to fix it.
Common Meinl Cymbals Mistakes to Avoid
The most costly mistakes with drum cymbals are avoidable — from buying the wrong series to incorrect mounting and poor striking technique, this guide covers what goes wrong and how to prevent it.
Common Ride Cymbal Mistakes to Avoid
Most ride cymbal problems trace back to the same handful of mistakes. Here's what they are, why they happen, and how to correct them.
Common Sabian Cymbals Mistakes to Avoid
From buying the wrong series for your music to cracking cymbals with poor technique, the most common Sabian mistakes are preventable once you know what to watch for.
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Crash Cymbal
Crash cymbals provide the sharp accents and dynamic lift that define a drum kit in live, studio and rehearsal settings.
Meinl Cymbals
Meinl cymbals offer a broad choice of sounds, from subtle jazz colours to powerful modern crash and ride tones.
Ride Cymbal
Ride cymbal options provide timekeeping, stick definition and musical colour across studio and live drum setups.
Sabian Cymbals
Sabian cymbals deliver versatile tones for everything from cutting live accents to nuanced studio playing.
