🥁 About the “China Good Drummer” Competition

We Are an Official Cymbal Partner

The “China Good Drummer” competition is one of the most influential drum contests in China, bringing together outstanding drummers, music schools, and top-level judges from across the country. It's more than a competition—it's a stage for showcasing talent and promoting modern drum culture in China.

🎯 About the Competition

Hosted by leading music education institutions and supported by well-known industry brands, “China Good Drummer” is open to all levels of drummers—from youth to adults, amateur to professional.
Covering a wide range of styles and performance categories, the contest features an expert judging panel made up of renowned drummers from China and abroad.

With tens of thousands of participants and regional events in over 30 provinces, it has become one of the largest and most respected drum contests in China.

🏭 We Are a Cymbal Manufacturing Partner

As a professional cymbal manufacturer in China, Jinan Xinming Musical Instruments Co., Ltd. is proud to be one of the official cymbal partners of the China Good Drummer competition.

We provide high-quality cymbals that are durable, responsive, and great for both practice and performance. Our cymbals were used in several stages of the competition and received positive feedback from judges and participants alike.

This partnership highlights our commitment to supporting music education and promoting Chinese cymbals on the national stage.

🌍 Supporting the Future of Drumming

With a focus on quality and innovation, we will continue to support drumming competitions, events, and education—helping more drummers express themselves and achieve their musical dreams.

We don’t just make cymbals—we support the rhythm of every drummer’s journey.

Hi-Hat (Hi-Hat): The Core Controller of Rhythm

Structure and Material: Composed of two cymbals with a diameter of 10-14 inches, connected by a hi-hat stand. Common materials are B20 bronze (containing 20% tin) or B8 bronze, and some high-end models use composite alloys (such as the Zildjian Avedis series). Surface treatments are divided into polished, matte, or ridged designs, which affect timbre clarity.
Tone Characteristics:
  • Closed state: The sound is compact and crisp, with short high frequencies, suitable for stable quarter-note rhythms (such as rock and pop);
  • Half-open state: Prominent mid-range overtones with a沙沙 (rustling) texture, often used for syncopated rhythms in funk and jazz;
  • Fully open state: A sharp increase in volume with strong high-frequency extension, capable of creating rhythmic transitions (such as drum fills).
    Performance Scenarios:
  • Basic rhythm: Stable hi-hat at less than 120 beats per minute in pop and rock;
  • Complex rhythms: The "foot-controlled melody" in jazz drumming, such as Buddy Rich's fast hi-hat fills;
  • Dynamic control: Adjusting the degree of opening and closing through ankle strength to achieve gradual volume changes (such as transitions in the chorus of a ballad).
    Purchase Advice: A 14-inch B20 bronze hi-hat is suitable for all-around playing, a 13-inch B8 bronze hi-hat is more suitable for fast-paced styles like punk, and beginners can choose the Sabian SBR series entry-level model.

Splash (Splash Cymbal): The Finishing Touch to Rhythm

Miniature Features: With a diameter of 6-10 inches and an extremely thin thickness (some only 0.5mm), it is mostly made of B8 bronze or aluminum alloy. For example, the Sabian HHX Splash uses a "Thin" ultra-thin design for a crisper tone.
Tone Performance:
  • Short and explosive, with no obvious decay, and high frequencies like "water droplets splashing", suitable for quick 16th-note embellishments;
  • Stacked use: Striking 8+10-inch Splashes simultaneously creates a "ping-pong" effect with pitch differences (such as drum fills in pop-punk).
    Scene Examples:
  • Funk: The 8-inch Splash in Chaka Khan's "I'm Every Woman" is used for rhythmic leaps between guitar solos;
  • Reggae: In Bob Marley's band, the Splash is paired with a Cowbell to create syncopated rhythms;
  • Children's teaching: Due to its small size and easy triggering, it is often used as a rhythm training tool for beginners.
    Maintenance Tips: Avoid heavy hammering on the center with drumsticks, as it may cause the cymbal to deform. It is recommended to use drum brushes or fingertips to tap the edge lightly.

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