Sabian STRATUS CYMBAL 18" CHINA

Name: STRATUS CYMBAL 18" CHINA
Brand: Sabian
SKU: 385207
Price: 319.00 EUR
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ID : 385207

EAN : 0622537091872

Information

Essential Information About the Sabian Stratus Cymbal Series
• A new sound profile designed for contemporary drummers: wide frequency range, musicality, and versatility.
• Balance of articulation and warmth : clear attack, warm wash, and semi-dark dispersion, with a sleek design.
• More accessible professional quality : a series created to bring professional standards closer to a broader budget.
• Strategic placement within the Sabian range: an offering positioned between the XSR and AA series.

STRATUS CYMBAL 18" CHINA

319,00 €VAT incl.

0,00 € Ecotax included

Reference price

Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range

Stratus is a recent series developed to fill an identified gap in the Sabian lineup: a precise sonic character capable of covering a very complete spectrum while remaining immediately usable in modern contexts (studio, stage, content creation). To realize this vision, the R&D team conducted a 24-month development in close collaboration with clients, artists, and industry stakeholders. The result continues the brand's sonic innovation DNA, with a clear positioning between XSR and AA.

Target Audience for This Drum/Cymbals

The Sabian Stratus series is aimed at intermediate to advanced drummers seeking a cymbal set capable of adapting to varied contexts without imposing an extreme character. Thanks to clear articulation and musical dispersion, Stratus is particularly suited for pop, modern rock, indie, funk, gospel, fusion, and many current aesthetics where cymbals are expected to "fill" without masking. It is also a relevant solution for drummers looking to upgrade with a feel and response closer to professional standards.

Technical specifications

Category	china
Material	B20
Thickness	light medium

Hammering	Yes
Finishing	Glossy

Questions frequently asked

What sound does the Sabian Stratus 18" China offer?

Thanks to its B20 bronze construction and medium-light weight, this china delivers an explosive attack with a lower tone. The wash evolves in a controlled manner, with a semi-dark and airy character.

For which styles is the 18-inch Stratus China suitable?

Designed for contemporary aesthetics, it fits into pop, modern rock, indie, funk, gospel, and fusion contexts. Its 18-inch diameter provides impact suited for pronounced accents. Its quick decay limits the sound length in dense arrangements.

Can the 18" Stratus China be used as a crash?

With its medium-light thickness, this model balances stick attack and dynamics that can be crashed.

Is the cymbal hammered and what is its finish?

Hammering is present on this china from the Stratus series. Its brilliant finish accompanies a musical spread and a bell described as clear and powerful.

Where does the Stratus series stand in the Sabian range?

Positioned between the XSR and AA series, the Stratus line was developed over 24 months with clients, artists, and industry professionals. It aims for clear articulation combined with a warm wash.