What are the best Zildjian cymbals?

Here are our Top Five Zildjian Cymbals that created the most buzz with drummers over the recent months.

Award Winning FX Series.
Kerope Medium Cymbals.
19” & 20” K Custom Dark Crashes.
21” K Custom Organic Ride.
L80 Low Volume Cymbals.

Are cracked cymbals worth anything?

It’s a good sign if the edge is nice and smooth, although used cymbals could still have edge cracks. Cracks around the edge of a cymbal will mean that the cymbal is worth less, but not worthless.

Does cleaning cymbals affect sound?

Cleaning cymbals does affect their sustain/sound — if the cymbals are REALLY dirt/tarnished that is. A filthy cymbal that may sound dark & mellow will usually sound a lot brighter & will cut through better & sustain longer after it is cleaned.

Is it bad to clean cymbals?

You can clean your cymbals using cymbal cleaner as often as you like but we don’t recommend you polish them every time. The abrasives in the cymbal cleaner polishing compound could wear your cymbal down to the lathing, which ultimately alters the tone of the cymbal.

Can I use Brasso on cymbals?

Although it will really make your cymbal shine, Brasso was not made for the specific cleansing of cymbals, so it will take the logos off of your cymbals. You may need to apply a couple of layers/coats to each cymbal, and then repeat on the other side, so you may end up using much of your Brasso on one cymbal.

Can you use steel wool on cymbals?

Scrubbing the cymbal harshly or using steel wool can damage the instrument’s shape or alloy. Using abrasive cleaners (comet, ajax) can also cause damage. Always wipe/clean the cymbal with the grain of the cymbal (no small circles or “sections,” no straight lines from the bell to the edge of the cymbal).

How do I get the green stuff off my cymbals?

this green stuff is sometimes hard to remove. The longer it stays on, the harder it gets to clean it. Like Aka said, windex is an option, or any other cymbal cleaning product followed by warm water rinse.