SABIAN 16" SBR Chinese Cymbal

The SABIAN 16" SBR Chinese is built to cut through a dense mix with aggressive presence and brash articulation. This cymbal excels at delivering crisp, responsive stick definition and piercing brightness, making it a reliable workhorse for rock, metal, and fusion drummers who demand immediate cut without excessive investment.

Tone & Performance

Constructed with thin brassnatural finish, this cymbal produces tonally tight, bright response paired with characteristic trash and sizzle. The hammered and lathed construction creates a punchy attack with minimal sustain, giving you fast response and easy control while maintaining the piercing edge expected from Chinese-style cymbals.

Construction & Design

The 16-inch diameter and thin weight category combine to deliver fast articulation without overwhelming washiness. This lightweight design sits comfortably between definition and presence, making the cymbal suitable as a crash-crash or accent voice in your setup.

Key Features

• 16-inch diameter
• Brass material
• Thin weight category
• Model number SBR1616
• Hammered and lathed construction
• Natural finish
• Tonally tight and bright sounding
• Brash, trashy tone character
• Fast response and minimal sustain
• Aggressive cut and sizzle

The SABIAN 16" SBR Chinese delivers aggressive articulation and presence at an accessible price point, making it a dependable choice for any drummer building or upgrading their setup.