Yamaha SECW8 Sound Enhanced Cymbal Washer

Yamaha SECW8 Sound Enhanced Cymbal Washer

The Yamaha SECW8 Sound Enhanced Cymbal Washer is a two-piece cymbal support system designed to change how a cymbal resonates on its stand. It combines a soft black foam-rubber outer section with a firmer blue silicone-rubber core, providing two selectable mounting configurations for adjusting sustain and response.

With both sections installed, the dual-material construction allows the cymbal to vibrate while providing controlled support beneath the bell. Drummers seeking longer sustain can remove the outer foam-rubber section and mount the cymbal on the silicone core alone. This makes the SECW8 useful for adapting cymbal response between recording, rehearsal, and live-performance setups.

Yamaha developed the washer as part of its current cymbal hardware system and uses the SECW design with its CS7 and CS8-series cymbal hardware. Manufacturer frequency analysis indicates that the complete washer increases low-frequency output and sustain compared with a conventional felt washer, while using only the silicone core increases volume and sustain across a broader frequency range.

Key Features

• Two-Piece Construction: Combines removable outer and inner components for two cymbal support configurations.
• Foam-Rubber Outer Section: Uses a soft black layer to support the cymbal while allowing natural vibration.
• Silicone-Rubber Core: Provides a firmer blue inner support that can also be used independently.
• Removable Outer Layer: Allows quick switching between the complete washer and core-only configurations.
• Adjustable Cymbal Response: Different mounting configurations alter cymbal resonance and sustain characteristics.
• Core-Only Operation: Removing the foam-rubber section provides Yamaha's configuration for increased sustain.
• Drum Hardware Accessory: Designed for cymbal mounting applications within Yamaha's current hardware system.

Technical Specifications

• Model: SECW8
• Product Type: Sound Enhanced Cymbal Washer
• Construction: Two-piece
• Outer Section Material: Soft foam rubber
• Outer Section Color: Black
• Core Material: Firmer silicone rubber
• Core Color: Blue
• Outer Section: Removable
• Support Configurations: Complete washer or silicone core only