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Meinl HCS 18" Trash China Cymbal
18" trash china cymbal
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SKU: HCS18TRCH
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Product Description
The Meinl HCS 18" Trash China is an aggressive, effects-style cymbal that delivers a loud, cutting attack at an accessible price point. Made in Germany from MS63 brass alloy, its thin profile and distinctive cut-outs create an explosive, trashy sound that slices through any mix, making it ideal for accents, breakdowns and dramatic hits in rock, metal and beyond.
Part of Meinl’s HCS series, this Trash China is designed to give beginners and budget-conscious drummers a serious upgrade in tone without breaking the bank. Whether you are building your first cymbal set-up or expanding an existing kit with more texture and character, the HCS 18" Trash China offers exceptional value, backed up by Meinl’s 2-year warranty for added peace of mind.
Explosive, Trashy Attack
The combination of a china profile and multiple cut-outs gives this cymbal a fast, explosive response with a raw, trashy edge. It speaks immediately when struck, making it perfect for sharp accents, stabs and dramatic transitions that demand attention on stage or in the studio.
Loud and Cutting in the Mix
Voiced to project, the HCS 18" Trash China delivers a loud, cutting sound that easily rises above distorted guitars, bass and keys. Its focused, high-energy character ensures your accents are heard clearly, even in dense arrangements and high-volume live settings.
Made in Germany from MS63 Alloy
Crafted in Germany from durable MS63 brass alloy, this cymbal offers a reliable balance of tone, strength and affordability. The precise manufacturing process ensures consistent sound and feel, so you can rely on it gig after gig and rehearsal after rehearsal.
Outstanding Value for Growing Set-ups
Designed with value in mind, the HCS 18" Trash China lets you add a specialist effects cymbal to your kit without a premium price tag. It is an ideal choice for students, hobbyists or any drummer looking to expand their sonic palette with a bold, modern china sound at a wallet-friendly cost.
Features
- Loud, Cutting Trash China Voice - The china shape and cut-out design produce a bright, trashy tone that cuts through the mix, giving your accents maximum impact in rock, metal and heavier styles.
- Thin Construction with Cut-outs - A thinner brass profile combined with different sized holes delivers a fast, explosive response and quick decay, ideal for sharp, punchy effects that do not clutter your overall kit sound.
- Made in Germany MS63 Alloy - Manufactured in Germany from robust MS63 brass alloy, this cymbal offers consistent quality and dependable performance, making it a trustworthy addition to any kit.
- Exceptional Value with 2-Year Warranty - Part of the wallet-friendly HCS range, this cymbal provides a serious upgrade in sound at an accessible price, with a 2-year warranty for extra confidence in your purchase.
Specifications
General
- Cymbal Type: Trash China
- Size: 18"
- Weight: Medium
Construction
- Alloy: MS63 brass
- Profile: China shape with cut-outs
- Series: HCS
Origin and Warranty
- Made in Germany
- Warranty: 2 years
