Welcome to the Virtual Cymbals.com video library

Here you will find how-to videos, information, playing examples, and much more. I have much to add but it's slow going as usual . . . so stop by often.

'Breaking-in' a cymbal - how to

A quick demonstration of how to break in a cymbal by Chris from Virtual Cymbals.com. Note: I mis-pronounce 'Staccato' - doing more reading then speaking lately. The initial part of this file is a review of a Saluda Custom Diamond ride, the middle demonstrates the cymbal break-in process, the end compares the Saluda to a vintage early 1940's Zildjian Avedis A - enjoy - Chris.

Larger video .swf file

Audio only - .mp3 file

Selecting a cymbal - how to

You can read about my approach a bit here. I hope to add more examples from different folks in the future.

Todd Reid from Denver discusses his approach to cymbal selection.

13" hats

Todd Reid from Denver gives a quick demonstration of his well loved 13" Dream Bliss Hihats.

The value of the 24" cymbal

Todd Reid from Denver on how fits his 24" Dream Bliss into his setup.