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Ridiculously good.
Without giving you my life story, I've got some experience that I hope makes this review useful. I studied drums at music school, and one of the best things about it was getting to play different kits and setups every day in different situations and spaces, playing a ton of different genres and just getting used to the different tones available from cymbal sets. All were high end Zildjian, K, A, you name it, they had it. Around that time I invested in my 'for life' cymbal set which was mostly A Custom Zildjians, which I adored, but sadly they got lost on tour and I could never afford to replace them.
Until recently I didn't play as much but I've got back into gigging and session playing and needed a setup that was musical, dynamic and had that special 'pro' sound that I previously believed you could only get from spending the big bucks on the set like I used to have. The fact is I just don't have €1000+ to spend on cymbals, so I looked into these instead.
These cymbals are amazing. Don't let the low price point put you off, they absolutely stand up against the more expensive sets in every single way. They're bright, and really dynamic (if you've ever played cheaper B8 or brass cymbals you'll know they're normally all or nothing, sort of 'bin lid' sounding with lots of gross, muddy overtones and resonances, but these being B20 bronze are beautiful and crisp with a nice explosive projection and just the right sort of decay).
They're a fantastic all-round set, not too loud and not too distinct in any direction sound-wise (not too dry/jazzy, not too loud/rocky). If I walked into a gig and saw a set of these sitting on the kit I'd be thrilled.
The only thing I feel is missing for my setup now is some sort of trashy, perhaps darker FX crash, something with a bit of vibe maybe, as these are - in the best way possible - not overly characterful. The great thing is at this price point you can add in things like that without having to save up for years. The other sets like the Dune or Dark Matter probably more characterful sound but I needed something to fit all genres.
Also, the ride cymbal feels great to me, some reviewers had concerns the 20" didn't sound as good as the 22" that can be bought separately. I think it's great, personally. Nice bright bell sound, decent projection on the ping/ride, I don't crash on it a lot as the 18" crash washes out really nicely. Maybe Thomann could offer the 22" as an upgrade to this pack as I'm sure many would happily pay the difference. The fact that you can buy three of these for the price of an equivalent Zildjian set just blows my mind. Amazing.
Until recently I didn't play as much but I've got back into gigging and session playing and needed a setup that was musical, dynamic and had that special 'pro' sound that I previously believed you could only get from spending the big bucks on the set like I used to have. The fact is I just don't have €1000+ to spend on cymbals, so I looked into these instead.
These cymbals are amazing. Don't let the low price point put you off, they absolutely stand up against the more expensive sets in every single way. They're bright, and really dynamic (if you've ever played cheaper B8 or brass cymbals you'll know they're normally all or nothing, sort of 'bin lid' sounding with lots of gross, muddy overtones and resonances, but these being B20 bronze are beautiful and crisp with a nice explosive projection and just the right sort of decay).
They're a fantastic all-round set, not too loud and not too distinct in any direction sound-wise (not too dry/jazzy, not too loud/rocky). If I walked into a gig and saw a set of these sitting on the kit I'd be thrilled.
The only thing I feel is missing for my setup now is some sort of trashy, perhaps darker FX crash, something with a bit of vibe maybe, as these are - in the best way possible - not overly characterful. The great thing is at this price point you can add in things like that without having to save up for years. The other sets like the Dune or Dark Matter probably more characterful sound but I needed something to fit all genres.
Also, the ride cymbal feels great to me, some reviewers had concerns the 20" didn't sound as good as the 22" that can be bought separately. I think it's great, personally. Nice bright bell sound, decent projection on the ping/ride, I don't crash on it a lot as the 18" crash washes out really nicely. Maybe Thomann could offer the 22" as an upgrade to this pack as I'm sure many would happily pay the difference. The fact that you can buy three of these for the price of an equivalent Zildjian set just blows my mind. Amazing.
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Worth the money? Definitely!!!
As i am relatively new to this whole drumming thing, i was not sure what to buy as my first cymbal set. I browsed around 50 different sets and finally got to this one. In samples it sounded awesome, price was relatively small and it came with it`s own bag.
Now i have used this set for like 5 month and i am loving it. As my technique is not perfect and i love heavy metal, i abuse them like boxing bag and they are still holding. Sound is nice although not quite what i was expecting. I don`t even know what else to mention here!
Pros: Price - AWESOME for what you get
Cary bag - I`m moving this set around 3x times a week and it still holds after 5 month. I would say it`s awesome
Cons: Sound was a bit different from samples that i heard here and in other reviews. Dont get me wrong it it is till really good, but i was looking into a bit different pitch.
Overall: This product almost got 3x 5stars from me but after i thought about it - sound could have been more what i was expecting. On the other hand what did i expect for this price? right? :)
Now i have used this set for like 5 month and i am loving it. As my technique is not perfect and i love heavy metal, i abuse them like boxing bag and they are still holding. Sound is nice although not quite what i was expecting. I don`t even know what else to mention here!
Pros: Price - AWESOME for what you get
Cary bag - I`m moving this set around 3x times a week and it still holds after 5 month. I would say it`s awesome
Cons: Sound was a bit different from samples that i heard here and in other reviews. Dont get me wrong it it is till really good, but i was looking into a bit different pitch.
Overall: This product almost got 3x 5stars from me but after i thought about it - sound could have been more what i was expecting. On the other hand what did i expect for this price? right? :)
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A Customs on a budget!
I've been playing drums for about 6 years and the entire time I was playing on fairly low end cymbals. I recently got into recording live drums and the sound of those cheap cymbals was very overwhelming and didn't sound good at all.
I have researched a ton of cymbals suited for rock/metal recording and it basically came down to AAXes vs A Customs.
ENTER ZULTAN ROCK BEATS
Holy crap are these ever good. Just before I found out about these, I was testing a whole bunch of high end cymbals at my local music store and I am SO GLAD I bought these instead. They are absolutely amazing!
The Hihat is fairly loud, sounds very crisp but it doesn't have nasty overtones and there is a good amount of smooth stick definition!
The crashes are really nice. They have a sublime and elegant wash/sustain, the decay is just perfect.
The ride is veeery heavy. It's probably my least favorite from the set, but it's still mind blowingly good. The wash on it is particularly loud, so in some cases it can overwhelm the stick definition, but it's not that difficult to work around. The bell is the real kicker as its loud and cuts trough amazingly!
Overall, this set is a no brainer. If you're looking for your 1st studio set of cymbals, or just something that will sound amazing for a touring drummer, this is it!
I have researched a ton of cymbals suited for rock/metal recording and it basically came down to AAXes vs A Customs.
ENTER ZULTAN ROCK BEATS
Holy crap are these ever good. Just before I found out about these, I was testing a whole bunch of high end cymbals at my local music store and I am SO GLAD I bought these instead. They are absolutely amazing!
The Hihat is fairly loud, sounds very crisp but it doesn't have nasty overtones and there is a good amount of smooth stick definition!
The crashes are really nice. They have a sublime and elegant wash/sustain, the decay is just perfect.
The ride is veeery heavy. It's probably my least favorite from the set, but it's still mind blowingly good. The wash on it is particularly loud, so in some cases it can overwhelm the stick definition, but it's not that difficult to work around. The bell is the real kicker as its loud and cuts trough amazingly!
Overall, this set is a no brainer. If you're looking for your 1st studio set of cymbals, or just something that will sound amazing for a touring drummer, this is it!
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Mid Range Brilliant Sound - Excellent Value
18" crash sounds very good with my Sabian AAX set. The bright cut delivers the crisp sound above its price class. 16" Crash(replacing an original Sabian B8 in my set). A great buy for mid level professional sound at an excellent price.
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Fantastishe cymbals great sounds and good price
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Some of the Best Cymbals I've Ever Played — Incredible Sound Without the Big-Name Price!
I purchased my first set of Zultan Rock Beat Profi cymbals back in 2020, and I can honestly say they are some of the best cymbals I’ve ever played!
What initially attracted me to the Rock Beat series was their incredible versatility. Before purchasing them, I spent quite a bit of time watching YouTube videos and listening to how they sounded. I was blown away by the tone and finally decided to give them a try. I’m so glad I did!
These cymbals are handmade in Istanbul, Turkey, using B20 bronze, and the craftsmanship and sound quality are absolutely outstanding. They have a beautiful balance of warmth, brightness, and musicality that works incredibly well across different styles of music. Whether I’m playing classic rock, something mellow, or really laying into them, these cymbals deliver every time.
What makes them even more impressive is the price. A comparable set from one of the big-name manufacturers could easily cost more than twice as much, and I honestly don’t see any reason to spend the extra money. The Zultans sound every bit as good to my ears!
I’ve played my Rock Beats exclusively since 2020, and I have absolutely no intention of going back to another brand. In fact, I was so impressed with them that I went on to purchase the Zultan Caz Profi cymbal set and a 16” Zultan Aja crash as well.
After years of playing and owning cymbals from the major manufacturers, Zultan has completely won me over.
Fantastic craftsmanship, incredible versatility, beautiful sound, and an unbeatable price. I can’t recommend these cymbals highly enough! Zultan has earned a customer for life!
What initially attracted me to the Rock Beat series was their incredible versatility. Before purchasing them, I spent quite a bit of time watching YouTube videos and listening to how they sounded. I was blown away by the tone and finally decided to give them a try. I’m so glad I did!
These cymbals are handmade in Istanbul, Turkey, using B20 bronze, and the craftsmanship and sound quality are absolutely outstanding. They have a beautiful balance of warmth, brightness, and musicality that works incredibly well across different styles of music. Whether I’m playing classic rock, something mellow, or really laying into them, these cymbals deliver every time.
What makes them even more impressive is the price. A comparable set from one of the big-name manufacturers could easily cost more than twice as much, and I honestly don’t see any reason to spend the extra money. The Zultans sound every bit as good to my ears!
I’ve played my Rock Beats exclusively since 2020, and I have absolutely no intention of going back to another brand. In fact, I was so impressed with them that I went on to purchase the Zultan Caz Profi cymbal set and a 16” Zultan Aja crash as well.
After years of playing and owning cymbals from the major manufacturers, Zultan has completely won me over.
Fantastic craftsmanship, incredible versatility, beautiful sound, and an unbeatable price. I can’t recommend these cymbals highly enough! Zultan has earned a customer for life!
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Best bang for the buck
I love these cymbals. Completely satisfied.
IMO, big brands at this price level make worse sounding cymbals.
I got these cymbals to play at home and for gigging (to preserve my best cymbals for studio).
- Crashes: lovely sound (heroes of this set).
- Hi-hat: crisp, clear, glassy, i like it.
- Ride: crashable (although not super easy to open), bell does have a ping (not the silentest and not the loudest).
- Pros: price, quality, crashes.
- Cons: at this price none (depending from personal preference, the ride or the hi-hat are the weaker part of the set, but still good imo).
IMO, big brands at this price level make worse sounding cymbals.
I got these cymbals to play at home and for gigging (to preserve my best cymbals for studio).
- Crashes: lovely sound (heroes of this set).
- Hi-hat: crisp, clear, glassy, i like it.
- Ride: crashable (although not super easy to open), bell does have a ping (not the silentest and not the loudest).
- Pros: price, quality, crashes.
- Cons: at this price none (depending from personal preference, the ride or the hi-hat are the weaker part of the set, but still good imo).
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Impressing quality and sound
Iam really really impressed by the quality of the sound of these babies.It is really affordable and good value.For Rock and Metal music these are perfect.
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Superb
Sound great, highly recommended.
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Brilliant set of rock cymbals
I bought these as a cheaper way of getting back into drums from e-drumming. Zultan have impressed me alot. the hats are very versatile and do everything needed. the 18" crash is great all round. the 16" quite explosive with a quicker decay and the ride has a great bell, works well ridden and has a nice defined ping to it. highly recommend. Just bought the china to complete the set too!!
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