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The Miller Machine

Finger Cymbal Machine

Finger Cymbal Machine

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Regular price €60,95 EUR
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Play your finger cymbal, or crotale, with any implement, even your hand.

Perfect for modern pit settings where adaptability is essential.

Easy to mount anywhere in your setup using any standard 3/8" percussion mount.

Choose the best beater for your performance:

  • Brass: Warm and mellow. Perfect for softer musical settings.
  • Brass Ball: Focused warmth with a clear, centered attack.
  • Stainless: Bright, clean, and consistent. A great all-around choice.
  • Steel: Sharp and cutting. Maximum projection in louder environments.

Designed and built by Broadway drummer and percussionist Billy Miller. Born from 17+ years of professional pit experience.

The Miller Machine system is fully modular. All bodies and arms are interchangeable, allowing percussionists to build a customized setup for any performance environment.

Note: Finger Cymbal Arm is included with every Finger Cymbal Machine, no need to order separately.

More information below.

Not included: crotale, finger cymbal, or mount.

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Finger Cymbal Machine with Brass Ball Beater being played with a finger.

Always Within Reach

Easily placed anywhere in your setup.

Four Beater Options

Brass: Warm, mellow.

Brass Ball: Focused warmth, centered attack.

Stainless: Bright, clean, great all-around choice.

Steel: Sharp, cutting, maximum projection.

Most Finger Cymbals

Dream, Meinl, Sabian, TreeWorks, Weiss, and Zildjian, all work great.

Not compatible with
LP model LP436.

Tibetan Finger Cymbal

Mount Anywhere

Compatible with any 3/8" mount, place your finger cymbal or crotale anywhere in your setup.

Mount Suggestions

Custom Made

Designed and built by Broadway Drummer/Percussionist Billy Miller in Seattle, Washington.

Recording Session for the Big Fish Broadway Cast Album.

About Billy

Striking Surface

Includes custom-made red latex striking surface.

Natural Feel

Excellent Rebound

Minimal Stick Attack

Great Visibility in Low-Light Settings

What's Included

Finger Cymbal Arm

Finger Cymbal Mount

Black, or Flame Body

Brass, Brass Ball, Stainless, or Steel Beater

In stock, ready to ship, from Seattle, Washington.

Shown with Black Body and Brass Ball Beater.

Setting Up

What Players Are Saying

"I’m also using my finger cymbal machine for a number of solo cues on the Broadway show 'Lempicka' this spring. The finger cymbal has become an important sound to the show, and Billy’s machine makes my life 100x easier!"

Dan B. Verified Buyer

In the Shop

"Why Didn’t I Think of That"

"No questions, just wanted to tell you what a great idea you had. I played most of the National Tours that came through Orlando and Tampa from 1990 thru 2020. I first heard it when Mary Poppins came through. I couldn’t figure how the drummer made the mallet switch and played 16th notes, he used two. It was a 'why didn’t I think of that moment'. I’m glad you did!"

Chuck. from my iPhone

In the Wild

Rick Dior Review

Highly-rated percussion tool praised as "essential" and "a game changer" for pit drummers and theater work. Customers said it enables hands-free finger cymbal playing with consistent sound and easy adjustability. Described as "genius construction" with excellent build quality. Professional percussionists use it on Broadway and tours. No significant concerns noted.

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Josh H. (Lexington, KY, US)
Had to have it

After one rehearsal with the triangle machine I knew I needed the finger cymbal one too. Genius construction!

Wonderful, thank you Josh! Billy

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Kain N. (Charleston, SC, US)
Exactly what I needed

Exactly what I needed. Makes quick transitions easier to navigate.

Great! Glad the new Finger Cymbal Arm is working out for you. Thanks Kain! Billy

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Jason L. (Saint Neots, ENG, GB)
Finger cymbal machine

A very well made and, needless to say, essential piece of kit for pit band drumming. Thanks again Billy!

Thanks for your continued support Jason! Billy

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Beth M. (Chicopee, MA, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Word of Mouth
Great addition !

I recently purchased the finger cymbal machine from Billy Miller and used it along with the triangle machine for “ Sunday in the Park with George”. Highly recommend both machines. Customer service is terrific!

Thank you Beth! I appreciate your continued support. Billy

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Danny F. (Cincinnati, OH, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Word of Mouth
Wonder Machine

Wish this machine was available when I started playing shows back in the 70s. An absolute game changer. Thanks for your ingenuity! Highly recommend the upgrade to the brass beater.

Glad you like it Danny, better late than never :) And thank you for your support! Billy

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Jessie L. (Laconia, NH, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Other
Just Can't Put My Finger On It

I purchased one of the triangle machines a while back and it was a total game changer for my playing as a pit percussionist. I was gearing up to play Fiddler on the Roof and needed to play the finger cymbals pretty quickly while transitioning to playing with sticks. Then the light bulb went off and I remembered there was a Miller machine for that, too, and so here we are. Again, a smooth transition thanks to Billy Miller's clever innovations for the percussion world.

Thank you Jessie! Glad the Finger Cymbal Machine could help you out with Fiddler :) Billy

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Benny K. (Springfield, NJ, US)
I love the Cymbal Finger Machine I have 4 of them and use them all the time on my freelance gigs

I love the Cymbal Finger Machine I have 4 of them and use them all the time on my freelance gigs in NYC.
I just put 2 new ones on my set up in Aladdin on Broadway.

Benny, congratulations on getting the chair at Aladdin! And thank you for your continued support! Billy

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Mick S. (Canton, OH, US)
Works great

Works great.I'm glad I ordered the beater with the ball end. Very clear sound.

Thank you Mick, glad you like the brass ball beater! Billy

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Edward B. (Waterford, MI, US)
Incredible product!

Incredible product! This has made finding a place to put a finger cymbal far easier, and having one mounted like this makes it super easy to find and hit when the music calls for it.

Thank you for your continued support Ed! Billy

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Matt B. (Kansas City, KS, US)
I love this mount!

I love this mount! I love that I can lock the mount into my pit/concert setup without worry of the crotale/cymbal moving around or getting in the way, and the 45 degree neck allows for better placement in tighter setups. Most percussionists I work with use some form of a Miller Machine either when playing or in their classroom, and I recommend it to anyone involved in the percussion world. This is my 3rd product from Billy, and I'm still a very happy customer.

Thanks Matt! And thank you for your continued support! Billy

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Stephen W.(. (Workington, ENG, GB)
Most recent purchase 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂

Well thank you yet again Billy Miller for exceptional service while delivering an exceptional product. I now have three machines, one triangle and two finger cymbals which gives me the option of using different tone while not juggling with various beaters, can’t recommend this product enough and thanks again Billy.

So nice of you Stephen! Thank you for this wonderful review :) Billy

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Steve P. (South San Francisco, CA, US)
A very clever invention

After accepting a theater gig for a very busy drum and percussion part, I realized switching from beaters, to sticks, to mallets, etc., was near impossible, and yet it was what theater drummers have to contend with all the time. I learned of the Miller machine and had to give it a try. What a difference it makes a very, very useful tool for the pit drummer. I highly recommend these… Even good for a regular old trap player who needs percussion sounds.

Really appreciate this Steve, thank you! Hope you had fun with Gutenberg!

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James D. (Woodland Hills, CA, US)
Great design!

Great design!

Well built!

Thank you James, I appreciate your business! Billy

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Joel A. (Los Angeles, CA, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Word of Mouth

Essential product, fantastic service!

Joel, Thank you for your continued support! Billy

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Ralph M. (Grenchen, SO, CH)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Other
Finger Cymbal Machine

A BIG Help. Just Nice and Great!!!

Thank you Ralph, I really appreciate your continued support! Billy

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Steve A. (Seattle, WA, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Word of Mouth
Love the finger cymbals machine

I bought the finger cymbal machine to use with crotales recently. Works great! Easy to adjust, consistent sound. I like the option to be able to pick different beaters. Billy is the man! Friendly, professional. 100% do recommend.

Thank you Steve! Have fun with Cats :) Billy

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Theodore R. (Jacksonville, NC, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Other
Best new sound ever

The Tibetan finger cymbal is the best thing I added to my percussion section.

Oh good, glad you like it Ted! Thank you, Billy

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Thomas M. (Queen Creek, AZ, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Facebook, Word of Mouth
Excellent!

I use both the triangle and finger cymbal Miller Machines. They are excellent for theater work and other multi-percussion gigs. Highly recommended!

Thanks for your positive feedback Thomas! I'm glad the Machines are working out for you! Billy

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Gretchen C. (Williamsport, PA, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Word of Mouth
Best percussion accessories ever!

I have purchased both the triangle machine and the finger cymbal machine. Both are FANTASTIC. Best money I have ever spent.
Billy is an awesome guy! I had the pleasure of meeting him and touring his shop when I happened to be in Seattle and was able to pick up my newest purchase in person. It was great! Billy is so personable both online and in person. He loves what he does and loves working with all his customers. I look forward to seeing BF him the next time I’m in Seattle. Such a fascinating fellow.

Gretchen! So nice to meet you. Thanks for stopping by the shop, and thank you for this wonderful review! Keep in touch. Billy

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Ken M. (Waukesha, WI, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Other
The Finger Cymbal Machine is nothing short of amazing!

You won't believe how much the Finger Cymbal Machine revolutionizes playing this instrument in the pit! Juggling the drum and percussion book for a musical can be challenging, but with this innovative machine, you can manage it all effortlessly. The Finger Cymbal Machine brings ease to playing the instrument, no matter how many other things are happening. Having already experienced the convenience of the Triangle Machine, choosing the Finger Cymbal Machine was a no-brainer.

Wonderful! So glad you're liking your new Finger Cymbal Machine. Thank you Ken! Billy

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Customer (Cocoa, FL, US)

Billy’s machines always deliver and gives you many options to mount other things as well as triangles and finger cymbals.

Glad the Machines are working out for you Wayne, thank you! Billy

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Sherman R. (Anderson, IN, US)
Miller Machines Must Have

I am a teacher and Timpanist /Percussionist in 6 regional orchestras. I ordered this because I’m starting to do Theatre Shows for the first time in many years and I find that it’s a necessity. i ordered one for Triangle, finger cymbal and Block/Cowbell and I’m glad I did because I’m using all 3 for this months show. This device just makes sense and and It’s a must have for any professional working percussionist.

Wonderful! Thank you David. All three at once, love it!!! Billy

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Sean M. (New York, NY, US)
Finger Cymbal Machine

The machine is working great at Cabaret on Broadway. Thanks!

Thank you Sean! Congrats on the show, have fun! Billy

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K.C.

great service from
Billy and the team

Thank you for the awesome review Kevin! Billy

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Sammy G. (Las Vegas, NV, US)
Every pit drummer/percussionists needs this!

I literally don’t know how I would do a show without this machine! Very convenient for quick triangle or finger cymbal hits!

Awesome! Thank you Sammy, glad you like it :) Billy

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Dan B. (New York, NY, US)
Finger Cymbal Machine for the Win!

I’m also using my finger cymbal machine for a number of solo cues on the Broadway show “Lempicka” this spring. The finger cymbal has become an important sound to the show, and Billy’s machine makes my life 100x easier!

Thank you Dan! Congrats on the show! Billy