SABIAN 16" Artisan Traditional Symphonic Medium Heavy

SABIAN 16" Artisan Traditional Symphonic Medium Heavy

The SABIAN 16" Artisan Traditional Symphonic Medium Heavy delivers rich, warm tone with clear articulation that cuts through in the studio mix and responds transparently across soft to moderate dynamic levels. These hand cymbals pair traditional high-density hammering with modern jumbo-peen dimpling to capture focused, sustained articulation essential for layering orchestral textures, chamber recordings, and detailed percussion overdubs.

Tone & Response

Hand-hammered using traditional high-density techniques combined with modern jumbo-peen dimpling, these cymbals produce articulate and focused sound with longer sustain than lighter-weight models. The dark tonal character and quick response capture rhythmic precision and orchestral excerpts cleanly at controlled volume levels, particularly valuable for multitrack sessions where cymbal definition matters alongside drums and bass arrangements.

Construction & Design

Crafted from B20 Bronze with a natural metal finish, each pair is individually hand-hammered by master SABIAN artisans using techniques informed by leading percussionists refining century-old orchestral models for modern recording applications. The Medium Heavy weight classification delivers greater projection and sustain than lighter alternatives while maintaining workability for extended takes and session tracking.

Key Features

• 16" diameter size
• B20 Bronze construction
• Natural metal finish
• Medium Heavy weight classification
• Hand-hammered using traditional high-density techniques
• Modern jumbo-peen dimpling on underside
• Dark sound character
• Longer sustain with articulate, focused articulation
• Quick response across soft to moderate dynamics
• Individually crafted by master SABIAN artisans
• Masterpiece style designation
• Two-Year Warranty

The Artisan Traditional Symphonic Medium Heavy represents the studio standard against which hand cymbals are measured, combining centuries-old craftsmanship with modern percussion engineering for professional recording sessions.