Who is playing "boutique" or off brand cymbals

cajonezzz · 26th December 2010

Since acquiring my Johans a few years ago ( thanks Emre!) I've been collecting, and on somewhat of a quest for interesting and unique cymbal tones.

I'm currently loving a few "bigger" manufacturers stuff ie:
1. Agop 24" Joey Waronker ride ( a prototype I'm borrowing, and probably buying)
2. Turkish--- some odd named special efx cymbals.

I"m really interested in the little Turkish, or home brew companies that seem to be popping up at NAMM shows, and who, if anyone is doing the custom cymbal re-hammering stateside ( with great reviews)

some of the REALLY cheap import stuff like the Bliss are amazingly musical, and I'm just wondering what other gems are out there to be discovered.
Post your sound files if you have them please!

craig

BattleAngel · 27th October 2011

I love odd cymbals and have a collection... No Johans (rip) but I did just pick up a 22" from Mike Skiba (likewise rip), and I've got a bunch of stuff from Matt Bettis, a pile of Steve Hubback creations and a single Nolan 24" ride that blows my mind.

Any cool acquisitions since you posted this thread?

chrisso · 27th October 2011

For unusual cymbal tones you can't beat Steve Hubback.
Such a nice genuine guy too.
Yeah, I have a bunch of Agop's. They started to sound a little one note to me though.
I'm a fan of Waronker and always thought that ride would be nice. never played one though. Don't they also have a Matt Chamberlain line? Another great sounding drummer.

drumting · 28th October 2011

I use Murat Diril cymbals on my teaching kit.
They sound fantastic, although the finish on the cymbals is a little hit & miss.

I still love Zildjian K's, but they are just so expensive now.

26th December 2010	#1
cajonezzz Lives for gear Joined: Jun 2002 Location: Carlsbad Ca. Posts: 1,765 Thread Starter	Who is playing "boutique" or off brand cymbals Since acquiring my Johans a few years ago ( thanks Emre!) I've been collecting, and on somewhat of a quest for interesting and unique cymbal tones. I'm currently loving a few "bigger" manufacturers stuff ie: 1. Agop 24" Joey Waronker ride ( a prototype I'm borrowing, and probably buying) 2. Turkish--- some odd named special efx cymbals. I"m really interested in the little Turkish, or home brew companies that seem to be popping up at NAMM shows, and who, if anyone is doing the custom cymbal re-hammering stateside ( with great reviews) some of the REALLY cheap import stuff like the Bliss are amazingly musical, and I'm just wondering what other gems are out there to be discovered. Post your sound files if you have them please! craig __________________ http://recordingdrummerproducer.com http://socaldrumsociety.com http://ProCraftMedia.com ----------------------------------------------------------------- Watch your thoughts, for they become words. Watch your words, for they become actions. Watch your actions, for they become habits. Watch your habits, for they become character. Watch your character, for it becomes your destiny.

27th October 2011	#3
chrisso Gear Guru Joined: Oct 2002 Location: Oz Posts: 16,836	For unusual cymbal tones you can't beat Steve Hubback. Such a nice genuine guy too. Yeah, I have a bunch of Agop's. They started to sound a little one note to me though. I'm a fan of Waronker and always thought that ride would be nice. never played one though. Don't they also have a Matt Chamberlain line? Another great sounding drummer. __________________ Chris Whitten

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BattleAngel Lives for gear Joined: Feb 2003 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 954	I love odd cymbals and have a collection... No Johans (rip) but I did just pick up a 22" from Mike Skiba (likewise rip), and I've got a bunch of stuff from Matt Bettis, a pile of Steve Hubback creations and a single Nolan 24" ride that blows my mind. Any cool acquisitions since you posted this thread?

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drumting Gear interested Joined: Aug 2011 Location: Totnes Posts: 7	I use Murat Diril cymbals on my teaching kit. They sound fantastic, although the finish on the cymbals is a little hit & miss. I still love Zildjian K's, but they are just so expensive now.