Roland
Roland CY-12C-T V-Cymbal 12-inch Crash Cymbal Pad
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Experience Enhanced Cymbal Performance with Roland CY-12C-TThe Roland CY-12C-T V-Cymbal offers drummers an advanced 12-inch crash cymbal pad designed for organic motion and feel. Featuring a significantly thinner profile than previous generations, this V-Cymbal delivers an expressive playing expe...
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Overview
Experience Enhanced Cymbal Performance with Roland CY-12C-T
The Roland CY-12C-T V-Cymbal offers drummers an advanced 12-inch crash cymbal pad designed for organic motion and feel. Featuring a significantly thinner profile than previous generations, this V-Cymbal delivers an expressive playing experience with even response, improved stick feel, and natural swinging motion.
With its elegant textured design, the CY-12C-T not only looks authentic on stage but also provides independent sounds on the bow and edge, thanks to dual-trigger sensors. The cymbal can be choked by simply grabbing the edge, just like a real acoustic cymbal, ensuring compatibility with all V-Drums modules.
- Feature: Thinner profile than previous generations for organic and expressive playing.
- Feature: Elegant textured design projects an authentic acoustic look.
- Feature: Dual-trigger sensors provide independent sounds on the bow and edge.
- Feature: Can be choked by grabbing the cymbal edge.
- Size: 12-inch
- Body Material: Metal
- Connector Type: Screw
- Finish Type: Textured
- Color: Black
- Material: Metal
- Item Dimensions L x W x H: 12.01 x 12.01 x 1.85 inches
Key Features
The CY-12C-T V-Cymbal features a significantly thinner profile than previous generations, offering an organic and expressive playing experience with even response, improved stick feel, and natural swinging motion.
And with its elegant textured design, the CY-12C-T projects an authentic acoustic look on stage.
Dual-trigger sensors provide independent sounds on the bow and edge, and the cymbal can be choked simply by grabbing the edge–just like a real acoustic cymbal.
Advanced 12-inch crash cymbal pad with a thinner profile than previous generations.
Natural looks and playability with improved feel and swinging motion..Authentic stick response makes it easier to play cymbal swells and rides..Chokes supported by grabbing the cymbal edge..Compatible with all V-Drums modules.
Specifications
Cymbal Type
Crash Cymbal Pad
Size
12-inch
Trigger Zones
Dual-trigger (bow and edge)
Choke Support
Yes (by grabbing edge)
Profile
Significantly thinner than previous generations
Design
Elegant textured
Compatibility
All V-Drums modules
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features a significantly thinner profile than previous generations, enhancing an organic playing experience.
- Provides improved stick feel and natural swinging motion, closely mimicking an acoustic cymbal.
- Equipped with dual-trigger sensors for independent sounds on both the bow and edge of the cymbal.
- Allows for cymbal choking by simply grabbing the edge, offering an authentic expressive technique.
- Compatible with all V-Drums modules, ensuring broad integration within the Roland V-Drums ecosystem.
👎 Cons
- As a 12-inch crash cymbal pad, its size might be limiting for drummers who prefer larger crash cymbals.
- The "thinner profile" might lead to different durability expectations compared to previous, thicker models.
- The textured design offers an authentic look but specific material composition isn't detailed for durability.
- Requires a V-Drums module for functionality, as it is a pad and does not produce sound on its own.
- While enhancing playability, it is still an electronic pad and will not perfectly replicate every nuance of an acoustic cymbal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Roland CY-12C-T V-Cymbal different from older models?
The Roland CY-12C-T V-Cymbal features a significantly thinner profile than previous generations, which contributes to a more organic and expressive playing experience.
Can this cymbal pad be choked like an acoustic cymbal?
Yes, the CY-12C-T supports choking by simply grabbing the edge, replicating the action of an acoustic cymbal.
How many trigger zones does this crash cymbal pad have?
This V-Cymbal is equipped with dual-trigger sensors, providing independent sounds on both the bow and the edge.
Is the Roland CY-12C-T V-Cymbal compatible with all Roland V-Drums modules?
Yes, the CY-12C-T crash cymbal pad is compatible with all V-Drums modules, ensuring wide integration within the Roland ecosystem.
What is the size of this crash cymbal pad?
This is a 12-inch crash cymbal pad, offering a compact yet responsive playing surface.
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