Acoustic Drums user reviews
Sabian HHX Evolution Performance Set - sanjuro's review
The Sabian HHX performance pack is an interesting idea. Some of the highest end cymbals in the Sabian HHX line packaged up and sold together? I know very few drummers who could afford this. I know many others who could, and would never consider pu…
Sabian HH Fusion Hats 14" - sanjuro's review
The Sabian HH Fusion Hi Hats are excellent cymbals for many reasons. Unlike many HH hi hats, they have a much brighter and more shimmering sound. This cuts through music very well and even fast, light strokes can be heard through the rest of the ba…
Bosphorus Antique Thin Crash 15" - sanjuro's review
The banded lathing on this cymbal reminded me of my Istanbuls, so I wanted to try it. I also am a fan of other Bosporus cymbals and try all of them when I can. I was not terribly impressed by this, however, and I would not buy one of my own. For s…
Bosphorus New Orleans Ride 20" - sanjuro's review
Because I love so much music from New Orleans, I knew I had to try this ride out. I saw the hand hammering and dark alloy and was very excited. This cymbal produces a great vintage sound that is in the New Orleans tradition, versatile and well bala…
Bosphorus Master Hi-Hat 14" - sanjuro's review
These Bosphorus Master Series Hi hats are a good example of the Bosphorus quality. I first found these because they reminded me of the Istanbul Sultan hats I owned. They looked similar, and seemed to have similar production processes. Not surprisi…
Zildjian K Custom Hybrid Ride 20" - sanjuro's review
Out of all the Zildjian K Fusion cymbals, the ride is the one that utilizes this fusion the best. Because I frequently ride on the shoulder or bell of the ride, I made a lot more contact with the coated surface. This was cool, and it was nice to ex…
Zildjian K Custom Hybrid HiHat 13.25" - sanjuro's review
These Hi hats are from Akira Jimbo's hybrid line. I actually think that they are 1/4 inch bigger than 13's (not that its that big of a deal). When I first saw the hybrid lines, it seemed like a good idea. I figured it was a bit gimmicky because it…
Zildjian K Custom Hybrid China 19" - sanjuro's review
The K Custom 19" Hybrid China is one of the most interesting cymbals I have played, both in appearance and sound. I have a specific taste in China cymbals, and this passes my tests. I first encountered these hybrid cymbals a few years ago at a Zild…
Zildjian K Constantinople Hi Bell Dry Light Ride 22" - sanjuro's review
The Zildjian K Constantinople High Bell Dry Light Ride is a bit of a mouthful. It is also one of the best vintage sounding jazz cymbals available. This model was based off the older K cymbals which has much higher bells than most K Constantinoples.…
Zildjian K Custom Ride 18" - sanjuro's review
I am a very harsh critic of cymbals, and this one passes all the tests. Among the greatest rides I have ever heard, I envy those who get to play this full time. I was fortunate enough to have a friend who owns one, and I hop on the kit whenever I g…
