SABIAN 19" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Light Single
Description
SABIAN 19" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Light Single
This 19" Medium Light cymbal responds with immediate sensitivity and produces a rich, warm tone ideal for playing with moderate to loud dynamics. The Medium Light weight category delivers a splashier quality and shorter sustain compared to heavier Artisan pairs, making it exceptionally responsive for orchestral work and successive loud crashes. Hand-crafted by master SABIAN artisans, this single cymbal draws on a century of traditional cymbal design refined for modern performance demands.
Tone & Acoustic Character
The Artisan Traditional series combines traditional high-density hand hammering with modern jumbo-peen dimpling on the underside to produce musically complex, warm tones with controlled sustain. This design philosophy—inspired by leading percussionists seeking to replace aging orchestral instruments—delivers the benchmark sound by which hand cymbals are measured, making it an excellent choice for orchestral excerpts and auditions.
Build & Materials
Constructed from premium B20 bronze with a natural finish, each cymbal is individually hand-crafted to exacting standards. The combination of high-density hand hammering and modern peen dimpling creates a cymbal that balances traditional acoustic character with consistent playability across the range of orchestral repertoire.
Key Features
- 19" diameter
- Medium Light weight category
- Premium B20 bronze construction
- Natural finish
- Individually hand-crafted by SABIAN master artisans
- Traditional high-density hand hammering
- Modern jumbo-peen dimpling on underside
- Lively sensitivity and quick response
- Rich, warm, musically complex tone
- Short sustain ideal for orchestral playing
- Single cymbal (not a pair)
- Protected by SABIAN One-Year Warranty
The SABIAN 19" Artisan Medium Light delivers the responsive, refined acoustic performance that has made Artisan hand cymbals the preferred choice for serious orchestral and chamber musicians.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Cymbal Size | 19" |
| Cymbal Type | Suspended |
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At a Glance
The SABIAN 19" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Light is a hand-crafted B20 bronze cymbal built for orchestral and chamber musicians who need immediate response and warm, complex tone at moderate to loud dynamics. Its Medium Light weight delivers a splashier quality with controlled sustain, making it ideal for successive crashes and audition excerpts where precision and tonal refinement matter. Master artisans combine traditional hand hammering with modern peen dimpling to create the benchmark sound serious percussionists rely on for classical performance.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ orchestral music
- ✓ chamber music
- ✓ classical percussion
- ✓ auditions
Not the best pick for
- – rock
- – heavy metal
- – pop
Skill level: Professional · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this cymbal different from heavier Artisan models?
The Medium Light weight category produces a splashier, shorter-sustain cymbal with greater sensitivity and quicker response compared to heavier pairs. This lighter spec is particularly suited to orchestral work where successive crashes and controlled articulation are essential, while warmer tone is maintained through the same hand-hammering and peen-dimpling craftsmanship.
Is this a single cymbal or a pair?
This is a single 19" cymbal. If you need a matching pair for orchestral play, two would need to be purchased separately.
What is the tone character and who is it best for?
The Artisan Traditional delivers a warm, rich, musically complex tone with controlled sustain and lively sensitivity. It is designed for orchestral musicians, chamber players, and serious percussionists preparing auditions, but is not voiced for rock, heavy metal, or pop applications.
What materials and construction methods are used?
The cymbal is individually hand-crafted from premium B20 bronze with a natural finish, using traditional high-density hand hammering combined with modern jumbo-peen dimpling on the underside. This combination creates consistent playability across orchestral repertoire while preserving traditional acoustic character.
How does this compare to other 19" orchestral cymbals in its class?
Comparable models include the Zildjian K Custom 19" Crash, Paiste Masters 19" Medium Light, and Istanbul Agop Traditional 19" Medium Light. The Artisan series is known as the benchmark sound for orchestral hand cymbals, balancing traditional design with modern peen consistency and responsiveness.