The sound is loud, and really good for rock! But not much else though.
Bought a 14" 16" and 18" AAXplosions since they seemed like quality, and cymbals that could take a pounding. After just a while though, two of the cymbals(16 & 18) cracked from the body (signs of manufacturing defect, didnt return since I might have had to buy postages to Canada and not even get new cymbals). But the 14" keeps taking hits without a problem.
The sound is quick and loud, so its perfect for metal song accents.
Would recomment Sabians bought used, since it appears defects are frequent, and they show up early.