Meinl Pure Alloy 18" China Cymbal - Image 1
Meinl Pure Alloy 18" China Cymbal - Image 2
Meinl Pure Alloy 18" China Cymbal - Image 3
poster image

Meinl Pure Alloy 18″ China Cymbal

£283.00

The Meinl Pure Alloy 18″ China Cymbal sounds bright, trashy and shimmering, with clear stick definition.

Key Features:
  • 18-inch China cymbal
  • Pure Alloy material
  • Meinl Pure Alloy
  • Bright, trashy and shimmering
Availability: Available to order
Estimated Delivery Date 04/12/2026
 SKU: PA18CH

Description

The Meinl Pure Alloy 18″ China Cymbal has an effortless touch and clean sound. A timeless voice formed with fully lathed surfaces allows them to be expressive in virtually any style. Their refined nature has two sides: polished definition is met by a velvety wash that encompasses a full tonal spectrum. Shimmering, smooth sounds bounce with your stick to create a reactive touch that extends through all dynamic levels.

Sound & Feel:
  • Bright, aggressive attack
  • Trashy midrange character
  • Well-rounded China voice
Built to Perform:
  • 18-inch China cymbal
  • Pure Alloy material
  • Fully lathed surfaces
Ideal For:
  • Crash-riding
  • Classic China accents across a wide dynamic range
  • Computerized Hammering, made in Germany
  • Timeless sounds
  • For all styles
  • Finish: Traditional
  • Material: Pure Alloy
  • Product Type: China
  • Pitch: High-Mid
  • Character: Shimmering Clarity
  • Timbre: Mid-Dark
  • Volume: Medium to Low
  • Lathe: Pinpoint
  • To Clean: Meinl Cymbal Cleaner
  • Shaping: Computerized Hammering
  • Sustain: Medium to Short
  • Music Style: Rock, Pop, Fusion, R&B, Reggae, Studio
  • Weight: Medium
    • Any items held at our warehouse and ordered before 12pm will be dispatched same-day. For any special order items, we will be in touch directly with tracking information. Delivery is free for most of the U.K. on all orders over £250 and others start from just £3.59. We offer 'Express Shipping' on all items meaning that, for most parts of the U.K., your order will be with you next working day. In some areas, such as the Highlands and Islands, delivery will be two days (this will be reflected in your estimated delivery date at checkout). Most items are shipped with DPD meaning you will be given a one hour delivery window on the day of delivery. Smaller items are sent First Class with Royal Mail. If you are in a hurry or need a more specific delivery date and time delivery upgrades such as Next Day before 10am, Next Day before 12pm and Saturday or Sunday delivery can be selected at checkout. Our DPD deliveries are carbon neutral and, where possible, we reuse packing to cut down on waste.

    At Drum Central we want you to be able to shop with confidence and are happy to offer a 2 year warranty and 30 day money back guarantee on all of our new products. (All products sold are considered new unless clearly stated. This includes ex display models.)

    If within 30 days of receiving your purchase you decide it is not right for you providing it is returned in “as new” condition within its unopened original packing we will refund or exchange your item as desired. In cases where packaging has been opened we may be unable to offer a refund but in some cases will offer a refund that reflects the reduced resale value of the item.

    We do our best to make sure every aspect of your Drum Central order goes smoothly but in the event that an item arrives either damaged or incorrect then notify us within 14 days and we will arrange a free collection so as to get the item swapped or replaced.

    If your purchase develops a fault within the 2 year warranty period you can return it to us and we will repair or replace it. A fault is defined as a defect that you would not normally expect to occur through normal wear and tear and that has not been caused by improper use.

    Related products

    What Our Customers Think

    The DC guys really know their stuff. Best drum store in Scotland. Will be back!

    Donavan HepburnDrummer - Take That, ELO

    Thanks again drum central! Always great service and quick delivery.

    Mark RichardsonDrummer - Skunk Anansie