Cymbals — Buy Used

for $150 and decide you don't like it, you can likely sell it for $150. New gear loses immediate value once it leaves the store. Critical Inspection Checklist

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When evaluating a used cymbal, look for these "deal-breakers": Used Cymbals: #1 Best Buyer's Guide | Blog | Drum Lessons for $150 and decide you don't like it,

Buying used cymbals is one of the smartest moves a drummer can make. Unlike drums, where cheap shells can often be "saved" with quality heads and tuning, a low-quality cymbal will always sound like a low-quality cymbal. Buying second-hand allows you to access professional-grade bronze—like the Zildjian K Custom Dark Go to product viewer dialog for this item. or Sabian HHX Evolution Go to product viewer dialog for this item. series—at a fraction of the retail cost. Why Buy Used? Unlike drums, where cheap shells can often be

: Many drummers believe cymbals sound better as they age and "settle" over decades. : If you buy a used Zildjian A Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

Used Cymbals Age Like Wine For the most part, cymbals sound better the older they are. simpledrummer.com

: You can often find high-end cymbals for the price of new intermediate-level gear. Aging Like Wine