How to Maintain Cymbals

Hello. The rainy season began early this year, and it’s already humid even though it's still May.
Well, this time I would like to show you how to maintain your cymbals during this difficult season.
The cymbals get dirty from the oil on the hands as it’s being used... and patina... (sad)
Cymbals got damaged by humidity while not being able to be played live due to the Covid-19 pandemic... (sad)
Now that you have to stay home, let's clean the dirt off and revive them into shiny cymbals!

[What to Prepare]

1. Cymbal Cleaners

There are many types of cymbal cleaners for a traditional finish and a brilliant finish

① A brilliant finish
② A traditional finish
③ A both brilliant and traditional finishes

Here are some recommended cleaners that can be used for any cymbal.

Featured Products

MUSIC NOMAD / MN110 DRUM DETAILER

Mainly removes dirt. It’s an excellent product that can also be used for hardware!

■Enhances drum detailer
■Usage:
・Glosses drum-related products, removal of fingerprints, spots, and dust
・UV protectant helps to prevent sun damage
・Anti-static formulation prevents dust buildup
Brilliant finish cymbal
High gloss lacquer drum shell
Matte drum shell
Metal drum shell
Drum hardware
Throne
Electronic drum pad
Electronic drum mesh pad
*Not compatible with natural/matte finish cymbals
■Contents: 240ml
■Ingredient:
Eco-friendly high biodegradable formulation
Composition is safe on lacquer finishes
Non-oil & non-silicon

MUSIC NOMAD / MN111 CYMBAL CLEANER

Removes dirt and reduces oxidation!

■Usage: Gloss cymbals, removal and prevention of oxidation
■Natural/matte/brilliant finish compatible
■Contents: 240ml
■Ingredient:
Eco-friendly high biodegradable formulation
No use of harsh caustic chemicals
Micro fine polishing powder

Either one is fine, but using both will produce the best results.
Check the above two items as they are also available together in a set!

MUSIC NOMAD / MN117 PREMIUM DRUM CARE KIT

２．Soft Cloth for Polishing

MUSIC NOMAD / MN210 DRUM TOWEL

This set of drum towels will be even more effective when used in combination with the MUSIC NOMAD “MN110 DRUM DETAILER” and “MN111 CYMBAL CLEANER”!

■ Microfiber towel
■ 2 pieces
■ Size: Approximately 30 cm x 40 cm

[Procedure]

① Apply cleaner to the cloth and polish the cymbal.
Polish from the cup toward the edges (from the center to the outside of the cymbal).
Rub over and into the grooves making a circle on the cymbal.
Note: If you apply too much cleaner, it will cause the finish to spread unevenly!
Polish the cymbal little by little. Don’t forget to polish the other side after wiping down the top side!

② Change the cloth to a clean one and wipe dry.
Polish the cymbal carefully not to leave the cleaner on it.

That’s all!
The important thing about polishing cymbals is to polish them with a light hand and not too hard.

*Don’t overdo the polishing! The logo may disappear, so do it carefully and infrequently!
Polishing cymbals is easier than you think. Maintain your cymbals well so it will last for a long time.