An 18" cymbal inspired by shape and sound of the ancient Chinese gong, but totally modernized for today's rock-focused, no-holds barred drummers.

With its nice size and heft, the Xs20 Chinese steps it up a notch with a raw, somewhat nasty response that's tonally tight for playing bright, but dirty ride or fast, attacking accents that energize just about any type of music from heavy metal and hard rock to alternative and pop.

Crafted from the simple perspective that sound really does matter, all Xs20 cymbal gives you exactly what you want in a cymbal--big, bright sounds, hand-lathed professional looks, and great feel at a great price. This 18" Chinese easily complements other cymbals in your set, yet retains its own distinct personality with its punchy loudness and dependable performance capability.

The Xs20 Chinese thin weight cymbal is precision made from a brilliantly finished B20 bronze alloy, the metal that is quickly becoming the favorite among drumming professionals due to its durability and unique sonic characteristics. If you are looking to grow your set and expand your sound options and playing potential with a quality, affordable cymbal, Sabian's Xs20 Chinese is a great place to start.