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Meinl 16” Crash Cymbal – HCS Traditional Finish Brass for Drum Set, Made In Germany, 2-YEAR WARRANTY (HCS16C)

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Style: Crash


Size: 16"


Features

  • MAJOR UPGRADE FROM "STOCK" STARTER CYMBALS: these are not those distractingly cheap, flimsy prop cymbals that come with most drum sets; Meinl HCS cymbals have impressive sound and sturdy feel geared toward beginner/intermediate players
  • WHY IT MATTERS: playing HCS cymbals will sound more like what you hear in actual songs, making the drums even more fun to play; plus, they aren't going to fall apart, dent, or bend after a few uses like stock cymbals
  • WHAT'S IN THE BOX: includes one 16" crash cymbal; this crash cuts through music with a clear attack and balanced sustain that doesn't linger too long; it delivers exceptional punch to accent the beat, and it blends with all other HCS crash sizes
  • DRIVING THE SOUND: made in Germany with MS63 brass alloy for a clean, bright, and crisp tone; substantial thickness with well-formed surface grooves and hammer marks give you a defined sound without clangy or ear-piercing overtones
  • CATCH UP QUICK: HCS exceeds expectations because Meinl brings experience crafting cymbals since 1951; we make HCS and other lines in our German factory, and our top-of-the-line professional Byzance cymbals are hand hammered in Turkey from cast B20 bronze
  • ZOOM IN: the surface shimmers and shines under light, which is a bonus if you like your kit to look beautiful; HCS cymbals also feature the same logo treatment as our professional lines, including a small laser engraved logo and serial number
  • OF NOTE: you can find any sound in the seemingly never-ending selection of cymbal types in the HCS line; all essentials in multiple sizes are covered along with effects cymbals that let you expand your sound with variety
  • THE BOTTOM LINE: this is a German made, top-quality entry level cymbal that resembles more high-end models with its crisp, bright tone and musical feel; it has a long lifespan, even for hard hitters, and fits any musical style

Description

These brass alloy models sound and look great, and let you get into playing MEINL at very realistic prices. The HCS series from MEINL 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 16" crash provides a warm crash sound with a medium sustain that blends well with other small or large HCS cymbals. Enhance and round out the sound of your drum kit by combining this model with the smaller 14" crash and a 20" ride cymbal. Meinl HCS cymbals are recommended for any style of music a beginner may be getting into while exploring their sound.

Color: Brass


Brand: Meinl Cymbals


Material: Brass


Model Name: Crash


Item dimensions L x W x H: 16 x 16 x 2 inches


Item Weight: 2.3 Pounds


Body Material: MS63 Brass Alloy


Connector Type: USB


Included Components: one 16-inch crash cymbal


Finish Type: Traditional


Manufacturer: Meinl USA L.C.


UPC: 840553005059


Global Trade Identification Number: 59, 09


Item Weight: 2.27 pounds


Product Dimensions: 16 x 16 x 2 inches


Item model number: HCS16C


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: July 14, 2008


Color Name: Brass


Material Type: Brass


Size: 16"


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Stoked
Style: Crash Size: 18"
The tone is so much crisper on the new Meinl 18" crash than the 20 year old one I finally beat into submission.
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2024 by Mark R.

  • Way better sound than I thought
Style: Super Set Size: 6-piece
Nice sound for the price very pleased. Now I want to c how they hold up.u could buy $1000, cymbal packs.or more . I'm going to use them on my next gig. .ride and bell nice crashes nice. China not bad . Splash not bad also . High hat .nice .
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024 by harry larkin.

  • Great cymbal!
Style: Crash Size: 16"
I have been playing about a year and a half, and I might not be the most experienced player, but I know my stuff. This cymbal is well worth about 100$! For this price, you could get another good cymbal, but not with all of the qaulities of this cymbal. The Meinl 16" HCS Crash is a great cymbal for begginers or pros, it is extremley durable, loud, and tough. I beat the heck outta my cymbals, but i hit em the right way so they last, and this one especially puts up with a lot. An overall great buy, GET YOURSELF ONE! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2018 by Sam young Sam young

  • Great Cymbals - Great Price
Style: Crash Size: 18"
Bought a 16" and 18" Meinl cymbals. Well constructed and they really do beat the price all other brands for a pro tier cymbal. Make you wonder why those other guys charge so much!? Pros = Great price. Well made. Solid and durable. Look great. Can be used for various music styles. Cons = Seems I have to hit them harder than other cymbals to get the sound I want. Thus only 4 stars. I will come back and edit the con if I find I just need to hit it in a different manner or the like. I've only done 1 gig with them. I play gigs weekly. UPDATE: Having bought the 16" and 18" crashes, in playing medium to large venues now where I could lay into them more; YES they sound good. They don't sound like $400 cymbals but I would buy them again because they are good and solid. Also, I think they will last at least twice as long as my more pricey perfect sounding cymbals too! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2023 by Michael

  • Better than expected
Style: Crash Size: 18"
I honestly thought it was going to sound a little cheap, but it’s actually great. Very good price, and so far I have no complaints!
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2024 by Daniela Villanueva

  • Perfect for fixing up old set
Style: Super Set Size: 6-piece
I bought a PDP z5 5 piece kit with cymbals and hardware for $300 about ten years ago. The drums themselves are good but the hardware fell apart easily and the cymbals were terrible. I decided to fix them up and bought this cymbal pack and some Evans hydraulic red heads to do so. I am very pleased with these. I went from having hi-hats that sounded like two trash can lids banging together to having proper tss ts ts tssss tss tss ts ts man you know what they sound like. For 300 bucks this is a mint deal. I don't even have enough stands for all the cymbals that came with this and I'm still happy with hi hats , a crash and a ride. Highly recommend! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2021 by wundermut

  • Great Cymbal pack for a new drum set
Style: Super Set Size: 6-piece
I just upgraded to a full acoustic set after playing electronic for a couple years - so I need all new cymbals to go with the kit - This pack was great - a great price for # of cymbals you get. Everything sounds great you can cover a bunch of different genre's with the cymbals included. Very happy!
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2022 by xswimguy

  • these are decent for the price.
Style: Super Set Size: 6-piece
I like the amount of cymbals you get for this price. Are they a great sounding set? NO! but for a beginner drummer to intermediate player they are excellent. i bought mine a year ago and they are still being used everyday. they are very well constructed and clean up nice.
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2021 by William T Bryan

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