This was the first time I'd ever bought a cymbal without having a chance to play it first. I was not disappointed when this little beauty turned up and having now played with it on several rehearsals and gigs I am glad I "Took a chance and bought blind" This cymbal just blended with my other Zildjians immediately and has added another voice to my kit & cymbals. I've always used Zildjian and, with product like this, I'll be using them 'til I drop