Handmade cymbals
teaching the craft worldwide
Dave Collingwood is an independent cymbalsmith based in Bristol, UK, crafting handmade B20 bronze cymbals and teaching the art of cymbalsmithing worldwide.
Currently available cymbals
One-of-a-kind cymbals
I never make the same cymbal twice, each is an experiment and progression in my learning.
New work listed as it leaves the workshop.
New work listed as it leaves the workshop.
Clear, with strategic top lathing for clarity.
£349
Heavily lathed on top, almost raw underneath for clarity and controlled wash.
£349
Dry and controlled, tight and subtle.
£349
Collingwood Unhammered Clap Stack
A different kind of handmade
Formed on the lathe rather than under the hammer. Two versions, each made in small batches to order.
"Clap stacks don't need to cost the Earth. The hand-hammering 'mystique' that can drive cymbal prices up doesn't apply here — this is a lathe process, fast and precise, and the price reflects that honestly."
Medium: 9"/11"/13"
LARGE: 11"/13"/15"
Made to order
in batches
in batches
Ready to order?
Lead time is up to 1 month, usually faster. With each batch I order extra for stock. Contact me to check stock levels.
Custom Cymbal Commission
A cymbal made to your specification
Every commission starts with a conversation. Tell me what you're looking for and we'll discuss whether I'm the right person to make it for you.
I don't offer clones or tributes, I don't claim to be able to copy or capture anything. Rather, I make a Collingwood Cymbals one-off based on characteristics we'll talk about.
First, I need to understand your references. Audio / video examples can be helpful here, but as the old saying goes — "one man's trash is another man's treasure" — so help me understand you and your vision, and we'll work together.
I don't offer clones or tributes, I don't claim to be able to copy or capture anything. Rather, I make a Collingwood Cymbals one-off based on characteristics we'll talk about.
First, I need to understand your references. Audio / video examples can be helpful here, but as the old saying goes — "one man's trash is another man's treasure" — so help me understand you and your vision, and we'll work together.
Modifications
Transform your cymbal
Rehammering, lathing, cut-downs, rebuilds, repairs. Get in touch with your ideas!
Get in touchOnline Training
One-to-one training sessions
One-off or regular video calls covering all aspects of becoming a cymbal maker. Beginner to pro.
Learn moreCymbalsmith Training
Learn cymbal making from the world's leading teacher
One-to-one training sessions for makers at every level. Online via video call or in person — here with me in Bristol, or I travel worldwide to your premises.
Workshop build, material & tools sourcing, techniques, concepts, support, business mentorship... I can help!
Workshop build, material & tools sourcing, techniques, concepts, support, business mentorship... I can help!
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