At first I thought this item was kind of pricey, a little much for what you get. So I looked around for pieces to put one together on my own. It’s simply easier and quicker to buy this single item. It’s a solid cymbal holder. I also bought the large bell. Again, seems pricy. But I had already bought a bell at a local office supply store that cost much less but was not as well made and the sound was real weak. It’s not like there is a lot of manufacturers or competition on these bells. Solid products that work and sound great.