SABIAN 18″ FRX Chinese Cymbal
The SABIAN 18″ FRX Chinese delivers cutting attack with controlled wash, making it responsive under both light articulation and heavy playing. This cymbal sits well in dense mixes and modern drum kits where clarity matters without sacrificing the trashy character Chinese cymbals are known for. The micro-perforated design keeps overtones focused and manageable for precise mixing and layering in the studio.
Design & Construction
Built from B20 Bronze, this cymbal provides the traditional warmth and complexity expected from SABIAN’s premium alloy. The 18-inch diameter places it in the sweet spot for supplementary crashes or secondary ride applications, working across rock, metal, and contemporary sessions where a dedicated accent voice strengthens the drum sound.
Tone & Sonic Character
The micro-perforations engineered into the surface function as built-in EQ, reducing unwanted overtones while preserving definition and projection. The resulting profile is modern and dark—cutting through without harshness, with a compact decay ideal for tracked recordings and overdub work where cymbal ring needs restraint and controlled sustain aids in post-production clarity.
Key Features
- 18-inch diameter Chinese cymbal
- B20 Bronze construction
- Micro-perforated surface for EQ and overtone reduction
- Modern, dark sound profile
- Model FRX1816
- Built-in frequency control via perforation design
- Responsive attack and articulate stick definition
- Compact decay for studio and live applications
- Traditional Chinese cymbal character with contemporary restraint
The FRX1816 excels as a secondary crash or experimental ride for producers and drummers seeking the Chinese cymbal voice with modern tonal discipline, offering session flexibility across overdub, mixing, and arrangement refinement.
