HCS Basic Set

Very well made. These cymbals have a nice tone to them. They're certainly not the top of the line, as cymbals go, but they're far from entry level. These are certainly intermediate, to entry pro grade. The crash cymbals are much thicker than the crummy bits of pressed bronze that came with my drum kit. The 18" crash can also be used as a ride. For that matter, the 14" crash doesn't make a bad ride either. The bell section of these crashes has a nice ring to them. There's a definite difference in tone between body (arch), and edge of the cymbals. The hi-hats are nicely made too. However, I did notice that this set is comprised of equally weighted upper, and lower hi-hats. About the only problem I noticed was the plastic shipping bolt that was supposed to keep all cymbals together in their container had broken, and the cymbals were loose, and free to slide about during shipping. I did not notice any damage, however. The cymbals were interleaved with sheets of plastic which protected them from grinding on each other in transit. I had a professional drummer in the studio, and he said they sounded great.

I got these to upgrade the cymbals that came with my starter kit, and if that's what you compare these cymbals to they sound phenomenal. They are a fair amount heavier duty and more aesthetically polished than my starter cymbals, and to be honest even the crash cymbal is more suited to being a ride than the starter ride my kit came with. Price wise, the crash cymbal really does make this a good value, because you will spend 80 bucks each for the same/comparable hi hat, ride, and crash purchased separately. So at around 150, the crash cymbal in this pack truly is thrown in for free. I'll be honest though. These cymbals sound beautiful as I can hope for, and I can't mark them down in any way... But the crash is so pristine sounding that I want to get more cymbal stands to keep my "trashy" sounding starter cymbals as additional crashes for when I really just wanna slam into a cymbal.

If you need a set of cymbals for not much money, the brass set is good. Crash/ride and the bonus crash sound just fine. Hi-hats have bothered me since I bought the set. They just don't sound very musical. That said, I'd buy the set again. This gives you something to beat on, and you will have a better idea of what you like after playing for a while. Then you can buy a nicer set. Or keep these if you like them. They hold up well.

For the price , these cymbals are great quality and sound great also ! The 20” crash/ride I bought for more of a Crash and it sounds very good. I highly recommend these Meinl HCS line cymbals and very affordable !!

I've been playing drums since 1980, and my day job is a quality-assurance manager. I've bought and tried many brands of cymbals over the years and have to say this combo pack is a very usable, especially for the money. The hihats sound excellent and the crash/ride is the best one I've ever heard. You could get away with just using the one cymbal for ride and crash. Amazing. It's perfect for a beginner or practice set, but you could slip them into a stage setup and get away with it. It's the best value I've ever seen for cymbals in my 40 years of drumming. Would highly recommend.

These are great cymbals and for the price you can't go wrong. I have used the other brands for forty plus years and I was very impressed with the quality of these cymbals. These are great for beginners, for that extra set or for old timers that just want to play again but don't want to dish out a lot of cash. These are very good cymbals, I am very pleased with them.

I recently picked up the Meinl HCS 20” Crash/Ride Cymbal, and I have to say, it's been a solid addition to my kit. As a beginner/intermediate drummer, I was looking for something affordable yet versatile, and this cymbal delivers exactly that. The 20" size provides a nice balance between a ride and crash sound. As a ride cymbal, it has a clear, defined ping with enough wash to get the job done without being overwhelming. It’s not as complex as higher-end cymbals, but it has a nice, smooth tone that's perfect for someone still working on technique and figuring out their sound. As a crash, it responds well with a nice, full crash sound. It’s not super explosive, but it provides a nice shimmer when hit hard. It also seems to have good durability, and the traditional finish gives it a clean, professional look. The fact that it’s made in Germany is a nice touch, as Meinl is a trusted brand in the cymbal world. The 2-year warranty gives me peace of mind, though I don't anticipate needing it anytime soon based on its build quality. All in all, I think this cymbal is a great choice for anyone just starting or in the intermediate phase of their drumming journey. It won’t break the bank, and it covers both crash and ride needs decently well. Definitely recommend it for those looking for quality at a budget-friendly price!

Unos platillos de muy buena calidad para gama de entrada, tienen buen respuesta y un excelente sonido.

Me dejaron buena sensación el sonido de los platillos. Con este set empecé a armar una batería de gama media.

Buscaba un plato de gran formato (20 pulgadas) que fuera capaz de cumplir una doble función técnica dentro del set: actuar como un ride definido para marcar ritmos y, a la vez, ofrecer la apertura y el volumen de un crash contundente cuando la dinámica del tema lo exige. Este modelo de la serie HCS de Meinl cumple con este propósito de forma muy equilibrada. Puntos clave de mi análisis: Rendimiento como Ride (Definición de baqueta): Al ser un formato de 20 pulgadas, ofrece un área de juego excelente. El sonido de la baqueta (ping) es limpio, brillante y con un colchón de armónicos graves de fondo que no llega a descontrolarse ni a emborronar el ritmo. La campana está bien integrada, es sólida y entrega un sonido cortante que se hace notar perfectamente a través de la distorsión de las guitarras. Respuesta como Crash (Apertura de gran formato): Cuando se golpea con el cuerpo de la baqueta en el borde, el plato abre con una potencia descomunal. Al tener un diámetro de 50,8 cm, ofrece un crash oscuro, denso y con un decaimiento (sustain) largo y lleno, ideal para acentuar finales de frase, estribillos potentes o secciones de gran intensidad donde se necesita un muro de sonido. Construcción en aleación de latón (MS63): Técnicamente, el latón proporciona una resistencia mecánica sobresaliente frente al golpeo intenso diario. Es un plato elástico que absorbe muy bien los impactos, lo que minimiza el riesgo de fisuras y garantiza una durabilidad excelente en el local de ensayo o en escenarios donde el equipo está expuesto a un trato exigente. Optimización logística del set: La naturaleza híbrida de este Crash-Ride es una ventaja tremenda para reducir herrajes y aligerar el transporte. Te permite prescindir de un soporte adicional en configuraciones compactas o sets de directo rápidos, solucionando dos necesidades acústicas críticas con una sola pieza de metal. Aspectos a tener en cuenta: Al estar fabricado en latón, su timbre es más directo y enfocado en frecuencias medias que las aleaciones de bronce de gamas más altas. Como ride, si se golpea con excesiva fuerza de forma continua en el cuerpo, el colchón de armónicos (wash) tiende a crecer, por lo que exige cierto control de la dinámica o el uso de una maza/baqueta con punta de madera bien definida para mantener el ping limpio. Conclusión: Un plato todoterreno, robusto y con una relación calidad-precio imbatible dentro de su categoría. Ofrece la pegada y el volumen necesarios para estilos contundentes como el rock o el punk, aportando una versatilidad funcional que simplifica enormemente la configuración del kit. Espero que mi opinión os haya resultado de utilidad. Gracias por leerme.

tienen un sonido brillante ademas de ser de un buen material una buena compra, los recomiendo

Muy buenos!! Solo que el de 14" no muy efectivo

El paquete llegó en excelente estado... Bien empacado y a tiempo. El sonido muy nítido y brillante. Los platillos son hechos en Alemania. Sin duda compraría de nuevo Meinl Excelente precio también