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Size and thickness control pitch, volume, sustain, and how quickly a cymbal opens under the stick.
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Diameter and weight: Size and thickness control pitch, volume, sustain, and how quickly a cymbal opens under the stick.
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Alloy and hammering: Cast versus sheet alloys and machine versus hand hammering create different complexity, consistency, and price.
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