Sabian B8 Pro Performance cymbal set

General

As one of the 'big four' cymbal manufacturers (together with Zildjian, Paiste and Meinl), Sabian has long since proven that their great reputation is entirely justified. But while many cymbal manufacturers tend to forget beginning drummers (or drummers on a tight budget), Sabian has always catered to professionals and beginners alike with many excellent choices in both high-end and budget-friendly cymbals.

Sabian B8 Pro Performance set: affordable bronze cymbals

The Sabian B8 line of cymbals is known world-wide as one of the best series of affordable cymbals. All cymbals in this line are made of B8 bronze (hence the name), with a combination of quality materials and attention to detail makes B8 cymbals a great choice for both beginners and advanced drummers on a budget. The B8 Pro line is a slightly upgraded version of those fantastic cymbals, adding a brilliant finish to the mix. This pack consists of the following three cymbals:

The 14-inch Medium Hi-hats consist of a medium-weight top and a heavy bottom. This combination ensures both excellent stick definition for a tight closed sound, a bright pedal 'chick', and an impressively rich sound when played open. The bright finish adds a welcome bit of visual flair and makes the sound ever-so-slightly brighter. This is a pair of very versatile hi-hats that will make you forget their gentle price-point.

The 16-inch Medium Crash is a medium-weight cymbal with the bright, focused sound that the B8 family of cymbals is famous for. With its greater weight and thicker profile, this cymbal has a bit more volume, power and definition than its lighter siblings. This allows you to deliver clean, well-defined and cutting accents that will not be lost in the mix.

The 20-inch Medium Ride is an excellent all-round ride cymbal. It has great stick definition that is clearly audible, even when your band mates turn their volume up to 11, while the cymbal's relatively light weight gives it a slight wash when you play it at higher volumes.