---
product_id: 203090082
title: "Meinl Cymbals, HCS 18\"(45.72 cm) China HCS18CH"
brand: "meinl percussion"
price: "$685"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Meinl Percussion"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/203090082-meinl-cymbals-hcs-18-45-72-cm-china-hcs18ch
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# Medium sustain for big crash accents 18" industry-standard size Durable brass alloy build Meinl Cymbals, HCS 18"(45.72 cm) China HCS18CH

**Brand:** meinl percussion
**Price:** $685
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🥁 Crash into greatness with Meinl’s beginner-friendly power cymbal!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Meinl Cymbals, HCS 18"(45.72 cm) China HCS18CH by meinl percussion
- **How much does it cost?** $685 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/203090082-meinl-cymbals-hcs-18-45-72-cm-china-hcs18ch)

## Best For

- meinl percussion enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted meinl percussion brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Feel Like a Pro Every Time:** Stamped with the iconic Meinl logo to boost your confidence behind the kit.
- • **Versatile Placement Anywhere:** Fits seamlessly into any drum setup—ride, crash, or bell, your choice.
- • **Pro-Level Sound for Beginners:** Experience the same rich crash tones as the pros without breaking the bank.
- • **Unlock a Full Spectrum of Sounds:** Designed to deliver a wide range of cymbal tones for all music styles.
- • **Built to Last Through Every Practice:** Durable brass alloy withstands intense stick hits and daily use.

## Overview

The Meinl HCS 18" China Crash Cymbal is a durable, brass alloy cymbal designed specifically for beginner and student drummers. Offering professional-grade sound quality with medium sustain, it delivers powerful crash accents suitable for any music style. Its versatile size and build make it an essential, long-lasting addition to any drum kit, backed by a 2-year warranty and crafted in Germany.

## Description

These brass alloy models sound and look great and let you get into playing MEINL at very realistic prices. The HCS series from MEINL is designed to offer all of the cymbal types and sizes normally found in professional lines to beginners in order to deliver the same sound options a working drummer may look for. The HCS 18" crash cymbal is essential to any player beginning with their first set of cymbals. The size is an industry standard, and the sound quality is unsurpassed in this price range. This cymbal has excellent crashing abilities with a medium sustain, perfect for big accents. Pair with an HCS ride and HCS hihats to complete your set up! Meinl HCS cymbals are recommended for any style of music a beginner may be getting into while exploring their sound.

Review: Material de qualidade e chegou antes do previsto🙏
Review: Incredible sound. Far superior to the two 16 inch crash cymbals that came with my Pearl Road Show kit! Incredible difference and performance!

## Features

- BIG CRASH SOUNDS: The 18" Meinl HCS crash works well at any dynamic, from heavy crash fills to light riding on the bell of the cymbal. Use to cap off roaring fills or when music levels peak for big crash sounds.
- DESIGNED FOR BEGINNERS AND STUDENTS: Meinl HCS cymbals are designed for beginner and student musicians using a durable brass alloy that maintains its tone while holding up to the brunt of drum sticks. These cymbals are recommended for any style of music a beginner may be getting into while exploring their sound.
- WELL-SUITED TO PLACE ANYWHERE IN YOUR DRUM SET UP: The HCS 18” crash cymbal is well-suited to place anywhere on your drum kit to incorporate into any style of playing. Use with sticks, mallets, or brushes for a variety of sound in any setting.
- MEINL HCS CYMBALS PROVIDE FULL RANGE OF SOUNDS: The HCS series from Meinl cymbals is designed to offer all of the cymbal types and sizes normally found in professional lines to beginners, in order to deliver the same sound options a working drummer may look for. Each cymbal is stamped with the Meinl logo, giving young players the same feeling as the pros when they sit down at their drum kits.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0033AI2RM |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries Required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #33,532 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #50 in Crash Cymbals |
| Body Material | Brass |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (324) |
| Date First Available | 7 August 2012 |
| Does it contain liquid? | No |
| Generic Name | HCS 18" Crash Cymbal for Drum Set — MADE IN GERMANY — Traditional Medium Brass, 2-YEAR WARRANTY |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00840553008159 |
| Hand Orientation | ambidextrous |
| Included Components | Cymbal |
| Includes AC Adapter | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 45.7 x 45.7 x 2.5 Centimeters |
| Item Weight | 1 kg 470 g |
| Item model number | HCS18C |
| Manufacturer | Meinl USA L.C. |
| Model | HCS18C |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| Net Quantity | 1 Piece |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 45.72 x 45.72 x 2.54 cm; 1.47 kg |
| UPC | 840553008159 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Meinl Percussion
- **Colour:** Brass
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 45.7 x 45.7 x 2.5 Centimeters
- **Material:** Alloy,Brass
- **Model Name:** China HCS18CH

## Images

![Meinl Cymbals, HCS 18"(45.72 cm) China HCS18CH - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91TAFCI1zIL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by R***A on 15 December 2025*

Material de qualidade e chegou antes do previsto🙏

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***R on 22 October 2025*

Incredible sound. Far superior to the two 16 inch crash cymbals that came with my Pearl Road Show kit! Incredible difference and performance!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***N on 6 March 2021*

Sounds goo, great value

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*Last updated: 2026-02-24*