I needed a few rehearsals to "learn" how to hit these cymbals and for my ear to like them. They're not bad in any way, just too different from my other set (AAX). I like the HH the most, very articulate dynamic and somewhat quiet (in a good way!). The ride is not super suitable for crashing (which I like a lot), the bell is a little smaller and quieter comparing to my AAX, but overall it sound very nice. The crashes are faster and quieter than the AAX and have something like chorus effect built in - very interesting, not in any bad way. I play rock/metal and although I think this set is more suitable for jazz (I guess, I don't play jazz) I think it's very good for all kind of music actually. Definitely happy that I bought the set! :)