Drum Set Meinl Cymbals Hcs 14" Crash Cymbal, Traditional, Made In Germany. These Brass alloy models sound and look great, and let you get into playing Meinl at very realistic prices. The HCS series from Meinl cymbals is designed to offer all of the cymbal types and sizes normally found in professional lines to beginners, in order to deliver the same sound options a working drummer may look for. The HCS 14" Crash provides a warm crash sound with a shorter sustain that is perfect for quick crash accents. Bigger than a splash, but not quite as heavy as the larger models, The 14" Size is the perfect middle ground to blend colorful cymbal accents into your playing. Meinl HCS cymbals are recommended for any style of music a beginner may be getting into while exploring their sound. Fast crash effects ? the HCS 14" crash is made for quick cymbal sounds on a drum set with a controlled ring and responsive volume; it's smaller than traditional crash sizes to give you a reactive attack note without a long or loud sustain that takes over You'll sound more naturally musical ? get the cymbal sound you want without a brash, tinny, or over-the-top piercing pitch; HCS crash cymbals develop plenty of warmth with a pleasant, balanced tone so you can sound more naturally musical on your drums Pairs with other crash sizes ? use this cymbal as your standalone main or secondary crash when paired with other HCS crash cymbals; HCS crash cymbal sizes range from 14" - 18" with corresponding pitches so you can incorporate any number into your setup Total inspiration for beginners ? Meinl HCS cymbals are an outstanding entry point for beginner drummers with their ultra-clean sounds that let you hear every note with clarity; their classic good looks also make your set look more refined and upscale Multi-use for any skill level ? if you're a more advanced player, Meinl HCS cymbals are a solid, musical and reliable fit for practice setups or to use in your main kit to find new sounds; they also blend well with a cajon in acoustic settings Durable brass alloy for all styles ? our MS63 brass alloy produces a dialed-in mix of volume, clarity and warmth to fit any musical style from rock to pop to jazz; we form the brass to stand up to the brunt of drumsticks with a musical tone Full range of sounds ? unique to this price range, HCS cymbals offer all of the cymbal types and sizes normally found in professional setups to beginners; this means you can build up your drum set exactly how you want with a uniform sound Made in Germany with 100% renewable energy ? Meinl HCS cymbals are made in our German factory not far from where our designers work so we can maintain total control and produce the highest quality; plus, we use 100% renewable energy to make these cymbals