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product_id: 2828579
title: "Meinl Cymbal Set Box Pack with 14” Hihats, 18” Crash/Ride, Plus a FREE 14” Crash – HCS Traditional Finish Brass – Made In Germany, TWO-YEAR WARRANTY (HCS1418+14C)"
brand: "meinl cymbals"
price: "$523.02"
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Meinl Cymbals"
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# Bright, crisp MS63 brass tone 3-piece pro-grade set Made in Germany quality Meinl Cymbal Set Box Pack with 14” Hihats, 18” Crash/Ride, Plus a FREE 14” Crash – HCS Traditional Finish Brass – Made In Germany, TWO-YEAR WARRANTY (HCS1418+14C)

**Brand:** meinl cymbals
**Price:** $523.02
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🥁 Elevate your kit with German-engineered brilliance — don’t just play, perform!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Meinl Cymbal Set Box Pack with 14” Hihats, 18” Crash/Ride, Plus a FREE 14” Crash – HCS Traditional Finish Brass – Made In Germany, TWO-YEAR WARRANTY (HCS1418+14C) by meinl cymbals
- **How much does it cost?** $523.02 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- meinl cymbals enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Stage-Ready Aesthetic:** Traditional finish with laser-engraved logo shines under lights—look as good as you sound.
- • **Pro-Level Sound Upgrade:** Ditch flimsy stock cymbals—experience crisp, bright tones that elevate your groove.
- • **Durable German Craftsmanship:** Built with MS63 brass alloy in Germany for long-lasting resilience and consistent tone.
- • **Versatile Crash/Ride Duality:** 18” crash doubles as a ride cymbal with a musical bell ping—expand your sonic palette effortlessly.
- • **Complete Starter Pack + Bonus:** 14” hi-hats, 18” crash/ride, plus a FREE 14” crash for versatile sound layering.

## Overview

The Meinl HCS Cymbal Set Box Pack offers beginner to intermediate drummers a professional-grade upgrade with a 14” hi-hat pair, an 18” crash/ride, and a bonus 14” crash. Crafted in Germany from durable MS63 brass alloy, these cymbals deliver bright, crisp tones with a clean, musical feel. Designed for versatility and longevity, this set combines quality sound, robust construction, and a sleek traditional finish, backed by a 2-year warranty—perfect for drummers ready to step up their game.

## Description

This drum kit ready set of HCS brass cymbals provides the building blocks for drummers to start bringing cymbals into their set ups. Included in the box set are a 14" hi hat pair and an 18" crash/ride with a FREE 14” crash. The hi-hats have a crisp "chick" with a nice slosh when played open. HCS crash/rides deliver a warm crash sound with a medium sustain. Playing on top of the cymbal gives drummers a riding effect with a cutting ping and musical bell. The FREE 14” crash is great for blending in quick crashing accents to your grooves without overpowering. HCS cymbals are crafted in Germany with a durable brass alloy that has a responsive touch with an unmatched sound quality in this range. Geared toward beginners, Meinl HCS cymbals stand up to the brunt of sticks while maintaining their musical tone.

Review: Great sounding cymbals for the price. - Very well made. These cymbals have a nice tone to them. They're certainly not the top of the line, as cymbals go, but they're far from entry level. These are certainly intermediate, to entry pro grade. The crash cymbals are much thicker than the crummy bits of pressed bronze that came with my drum kit. The 18" crash can also be used as a ride. For that matter, the 14" crash doesn't make a bad ride either. The bell section of these crashes has a nice ring to them. There's a definite difference in tone between body (arch), and edge of the cymbals. The hi-hats are nicely made too. However, I did notice that this set is comprised of equally weighted upper, and lower hi-hats. About the only problem I noticed was the plastic shipping bolt that was supposed to keep all cymbals together in their container had broken, and the cymbals were loose, and free to slide about during shipping. I did not notice any damage, however. The cymbals were interleaved with sheets of plastic which protected them from grinding on each other in transit. I had a professional drummer in the studio, and he said they sounded great.
Review: Not a fan of hi-hats, but good value overall - If you need a set of cymbals for not much money, the brass set is good. Crash/ride and the bonus crash sound just fine. Hi-hats have bothered me since I bought the set. They just don't sound very musical. That said, I'd buy the set again. This gives you something to beat on, and you will have a better idea of what you like after playing for a while. Then you can buy a nicer set. Or keep these if you like them. They hold up well.

## Features

- MAJOR UPGRADE FROM "STOCK" STARTER CYMBALS: these are not those distractingly cheap, flimsy prop cymbals that come with most drum sets; Meinl HCS cymbals have impressive sound and sturdy feel geared toward beginner/intermediate players
- WHY IT MATTERS: playing HCS cymbals will sound more like what you hear in actual songs, making the drums even more fun to play; plus, they aren't going to fall apart, dent, or bend after a few uses like stock cymbals
- WHAT'S IN THE BOX: includes 14” hihats (top and bottom), an 18" crash/ride, plus a FREE 14" crash; this set includes all the basic components needed for a drum set along with a bonus 14" crash
- DRIVING THE SOUND: made in Germany with MS63 brass alloy for a clean, bright, and crisp tone; substantial thickness with well-formed surface grooves and hammer marks give you a defined sound without clangy or ear-piercing overtones
- CATCH UP QUICK: HCS exceeds expectations because Meinl brings experience crafting cymbals since 1951; we make HCS and other lines in our German factory, and our top-of-the-line professional Byzance cymbals are hand hammered in Turkey from cast B20 bronze
- ZOOM IN: the surface shimmers and shines under light, which is a bonus if you like your kit to look beautiful; HCS cymbals also feature the same logo treatment as our professional lines, including a small laser engraved logo and serial number
- OF NOTE: you can find any sound in the seemingly never-ending selection of cymbal types in the HCS line; all essentials in multiple sizes are covered along with effects cymbals that let you expand your sound with variety
- THE BOTTOM LINE: these are German made, top-quality entry level cymbals that resemble more high-end models with their crisp, bright tone and musical feel; they have a long lifespan, even for hard hitters, and fit any musical style

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B007FIHSHS |
| Best Sellers Rank | #6,793 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #8 in Cymbal Variety Packs |
| Body Material | MS63 Brass Alloy |
| Brand Name | Meinl Cymbals |
| Color | Traditional finish |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (283) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00840553012378 |
| Included Components | 14’’ hi hat pair, 18’’ crash/ride, and a FREE crash |
| Item Dimensions | 18 x 18 x 1 inches |
| Item Type Name | HCS Cymbal Set Box Pack for Drums with 14” Hihats, 18” Crash/Ride, and FREE 14” Crash — MADE IN GERMANY — Durable Brass, 2-YEAR WARRANTY |
| Item Weight | 8 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Meinl USA L.C. |
| Material | MS63 Brass Alloy |
| Model Name | HCS Value Added Cymbal Set |
| Model Number | HCS1418+14C |
| Part Number | HCS1418+14C |
| Set Name | Meinl Cymbal Set |
| UPC | 840553012378 |
| Warranty Description | 2-year limited meinl warranty. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Meinl Cymbals
- **Color:** Traditional finish
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 18 x 18 x 1 inches
- **Material:** MS63 Brass Alloy
- **Model Name:** HCS Value Added Cymbal Set

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great sounding cymbals for the price.
*by A***R on September 27, 2014*

Very well made. These cymbals have a nice tone to them. They're certainly not the top of the line, as cymbals go, but they're far from entry level. These are certainly intermediate, to entry pro grade. The crash cymbals are much thicker than the crummy bits of pressed bronze that came with my drum kit. The 18" crash can also be used as a ride. For that matter, the 14" crash doesn't make a bad ride either. The bell section of these crashes has a nice ring to them. There's a definite difference in tone between body (arch), and edge of the cymbals. The hi-hats are nicely made too. However, I did notice that this set is comprised of equally weighted upper, and lower hi-hats. About the only problem I noticed was the plastic shipping bolt that was supposed to keep all cymbals together in their container had broken, and the cymbals were loose, and free to slide about during shipping. I did not notice any damage, however. The cymbals were interleaved with sheets of plastic which protected them from grinding on each other in transit. I had a professional drummer in the studio, and he said they sounded great.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not a fan of hi-hats, but good value overall
*by A***R on January 26, 2023*

If you need a set of cymbals for not much money, the brass set is good. Crash/ride and the bonus crash sound just fine. Hi-hats have bothered me since I bought the set. They just don't sound very musical. That said, I'd buy the set again. This gives you something to beat on, and you will have a better idea of what you like after playing for a while. Then you can buy a nicer set. Or keep these if you like them. They hold up well.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome upgrade for a starter kit
*by B***Y on May 19, 2020*

I got these to upgrade the cymbals that came with my starter kit, and if that's what you compare these cymbals to they sound phenomenal. They are a fair amount heavier duty and more aesthetically polished than my starter cymbals, and to be honest even the crash cymbal is more suited to being a ride than the starter ride my kit came with. Price wise, the crash cymbal really does make this a good value, because you will spend 80 bucks each for the same/comparable hi hat, ride, and crash purchased separately. So at around 150, the crash cymbal in this pack truly is thrown in for free. I'll be honest though. These cymbals sound beautiful as I can hope for, and I can't mark them down in any way... But the crash is so pristine sounding that I want to get more cymbal stands to keep my "trashy" sounding starter cymbals as additional crashes for when I really just wanna slam into a cymbal.

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*Last updated: 2026-04-26*