Zildjian L80 Low Volume cymbals are real cymbals that play at reduced volume - up to 80% less volume thanks to a unique perforated pattern. That means you can play them exactly how you play any other cymbal using any stick mallet or technique. The full decay is there and they respond to your every playing nuance. Many GearNuts drummers use L80 Low Volume cymbals with their acoustic kits for reduced volume in pit work or worship bands.