Crash cymbal – this is the cymbal that will be hit very hard by the drummer.See pictures below: Crash cymbals should generally be placed as close to the center of the mix as possible to achieve good stereo imaging. They can also benefit from being boosted in the EQ department to create a more pronounced sound, or Dispatched to add extra kick drum power.
2. Ride cymbal – this is the cymbal that’s typically played on top of the other cymbals.The sound it produces is softer and less predominant then that of the crash, but it still has its place in a drum kit.Ride cymbals are often placed at either side of the main crash cymbal, providing contrast and layers of sound.They can also be used for sweeping accents and pitched sounds, such as hi hat crashes and rides.
3. HiHat – this is probably one of the most commonly used cymbals