PRODUCT GUIDE

PART# ZL827-17
©2017 Avedis Zildjian Company
Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.
WELCOME TO THE
2017 ZILDJIAN
PRODUCT GUIDE
THE LATEST AND GREATEST FROM ZILDJIAN

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 / OVERVIEW OF THE LINES

3 / K FAMILY

13 / A FAMILY

21 / S FAMILY

23/ ZBT

24/PLANET Z

25/ CYMBAL SETS

27 / L80 LOW VOLUME

29 / GEN16

31 / BAND & ORCHESTRAL

35 / DRUMSTICKS

39 / GEAR/ACCESSORIES

43 / PRODUCT LISTINGS
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NEW FOR
2017
K CUSTOM
SPECIAL DRY

OVERVIEW OF THE ZILDJIAN FAMILY OF CYMBALS

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THE LEGENDARY DARK SOUND

K Zildjian cymbals are known for their dark, warm sound that harkens
back to the original K cymbals developed by Zildjian in 19th Century
Turkey. We use innovative hammering and lathing techniques to work the
Zildjian alloy into a versatile cymbal. K Family cymbals are the choice of
drummers from genres as diverse as jazz, country and rock.
 Rides
5 Crash Ride Renaissance Ride HiHats
19˝ 20˝ / 22˝ 18˝ / 19˝ P TO 14˝ / 15˝ P
Medium Thin Ride, High Thin Ride Overhammered
20˝ / 22˝ 22˝ 20˝ / 22˝ P TO
Medium Thin Ride, Low Crashes Medium
20˝ / 22˝ Crash 20˝ / 22˝ P
Medium Ride 16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝
20˝ / 22˝
HiHats ™
Bounce Ride HiHats
20˝ / 22˝ 14˝

KEROPE CYMBALS
THE LEGENDARY K draws upon all of Zildjian`s rich history and
cymbal-making expertise to bring forth
CONSTANTINOPLE IS the most authentic vintage K recreation
THE PINNACLE to date. Each cymbal is meticulously
of the Zildjian cymbal line, renowned hand-crafted using a 14-step process
for its perfectly blended sound quality. that encompasses the best of everything
Complex hammering contributes to the we have learned in 390+ years of cymbal
cymbal’s unique sonic identity and dark making. Gram weights are hand-written
tones that can be at once cutting and underneath the bell of each cymbal.
smooth. K Constantinople cymbals can
range from subtle to explosive, making
them suitable for Rock, Jazz, Pop or any
other musical genre.

SPECS SPECS
Hammering Extensive hammering
Hammering Random rotary and
and shaping process unique to
impact hammering processes
Kerope
Lathing Traditional tonal groove
Bell Bells are individually shaped to
lathing
optimize the sound of each cymbal
Finish All Traditional
Finish Patina
 Rides HiHats
7 NEW FOR 2017 Ride HiHats
21˝ / 23˝ 13˝ / 14˝ / 15˝
FX HiHat, Top Only
Crashes 14˝
Splash
10˝ China
Crash China Trash
16˝ / 18˝ / 19˝/ 20˝ / 22˝ 18˝

SPECIAL DRY Trash Crash

17˝ / 19˝ / 21˝

THE K CUSTOM SPECIAL DRY

collection is an extension of the world
renowned K Custom Family of cymbals,
remastered for today's modern musical
styles. These raw and earthy cymbals deliver
a dry, funky, sound with lots of dirt for a
unique expression of personality.

SPECS
Hammering Innovative three step
hammering process
Lathing Fully lathed bottoms with a
raw natural top finish
Finish All raw natural top finish with
traditional finish underneath
 Rides HiHats Rides HiHats
9 Dark Ride Dark HiHats Hybrid Ride Hybrid HiHats
20˝ / 22˝ 13˝ / 14˝ 20˝ / 21˝ 131/4˝ / 141/4˝
Dark Complex RIde
21˝ Special Effects Crashes Special Effects
Crashes Dark China Hybrid Splash Hybrid China
17˝ 9˝ / 11˝ 17˝/ 19˝
Dark Splash
8˝ / 10˝ / 12˝ Hybrid Crash Hybrid Trash Smash
16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝ / 19˝ 19˝
Dark Crash
DARK 16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝ / 19˝ / 20˝
HYBRID

THE K CUSTOM SERIES

is the place to go for unique and different
colors to add to your drum setup. K Custom
cymbals are based on the darker, dryer
sounds of the legendary K line but have
been customized with unique finishes, tonal
modifications and manufacturing techniques,
such as the combination of K and A style
hammering that have made K Custom one of
Zildjian`s most popular product lines and the
choice of artists from a wide range of genres.
If you are looking for something
different to fill out your sound, look
no further than K Custom.

SPECS SPECS
Hammering Combination of Hammering Combination of
K Zildjian and modern techniques K Zildjian and modern techniques
Lathing Fine pattern of narrow Lathing Fine pattern of narrow
symmetrical grooves stiffen the symmetrical grooves stiffen the
cymbal and enhance its dry sound cymbal and enhance its dry sound
Finish All Traditional except- Finish All Traditional except-
Custom Ride, Fast Crashes, Hybrids, Custom Ride, Fast Crashes, Hybrids,
Session Ride, Crashes, and HiHats
 Rides Rides Crashes Rides Crashes HiHats
11 Ride Flat Top Ride Fast Crash Crash Ride 18˝ / 20˝ Splash Mastersound HiHats
20˝ 20˝ 14˝ / 16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝ Crash Ride 21˝ 8˝ / 10˝ / 12˝ 14˝
Medium Ride High Definition RIde Session Crash Ride Dark Crash Thin Light HiHats
20˝ / 22˝-brilliant bottom 22˝ 16˝ / 18˝ 20˝ / 22˝ 15˝ / 16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝ / 19˝ / 20˝ 14˝ / 15˝ / 16˝
Dry Ride Organic RIde
HiHats
Heavy Ride Dark Crash Medium Thin Special Effects
20˝ 21˝ 20˝ 16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝
Mini China
Session Ride Session HiHats Light Ride 14˝
20˝ 14˝-brilliant bottom 22˝ / 24˝ HiHats
EFX
Left Side Ride, w. 3 rivets Dark Medium Ride HiHats
16˝ / 18˝
20˝ 22˝ 13˝ / 14˝
China
Light Flat Ride K/Z Special HiHats 17˝ / 19˝
20˝ 13˝ / 14˝

K ZILDJIAN CYMBALS
are known for their dark, warm
sound that harkens back to the
original K cymbals developed by
Zildjian in 19th Century Turkey.
Instantly recognizable by their
˝vented K˝ logo, K cymbals capture
the aura of original Ks but with
far greater consistency, making
them the choice of drummers from
genres as diverse as jazz, country
and rock.

SPECS
Hammering Exclusive
SPECS K Zildjian random hammering
Lathing Traditional
Hammering Combination of
wide groove lathing
K Zildjian and modern techniques
Finish All Traditional
Lathing Fine pattern of narrow
symmetrical grooves stiffen the
cymbal and enhance its dry sound
Finish All Traditional except-
Custom Ride, Fast Crashes, Hybrids,
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THE CLASSIC ZILDJIAN VOICE

Bright and sweet, the Zildjian A sound defines the standard for cymbal sounds,
offering a full range of tonal qualities from classic, full-bodied A`s to fast,
smooth A Customs. Complementing Zildjian`s product offerings is a full line of
FX (Sound Effects) cymbals to accentuate any style of music.
15 20˝ / 21˝/ 22˝ P to 14˝ / 15˝ / 16˝ P
18˝ / 19˝ P

HOLLOW LOGO UNDERNEATH

A AVEDIS
Reminiscent of cymbals from
the 30’s through the 60’s, yet
distinctly modern and relevant
for today’s music, the A Avedis
collection is a vintage recreation
of the timeless sound and feel
heard and played on thousands
of top hits throughout the 20th
century. Named in honor of
Avedis Zildjian III, the father
of the modern American
cymbal, this collection is thin
and loose with a played-in feel
and immense musicality. Each
cymbal features a patina finish
that reproduces the look of a
decades-old cymbal with gram
weights written under the
bell on every A Avedis.

SPECS
Hammering Innovative
hammering process
Lathing Vintage style lathing
Finish Vintage patina finish
 Rides Rides Crashes Crashes HiHats HiHats Special Effects
17 Medium Ride Medium-Heavy Ride Flash Splash Medium Crash New Beat HiHats Special Recording HiHats China High
20˝ / 22˝ / 24˝ 22˝ 8˝ / 10˝ 16˝ / 18˝ 13˝ / 14˝ / 15˝ 12˝ 16˝ / 18˝
Rock Ride Mega Bell Ride Splash Rock Crash Mastersound HiHats Dyno Beat HiHats China Low
20˝ / 21˝ 21˝ 6˝ / 8˝ / 10˝ / 12˝ 16˝ / 18˝ 13˝ / 14˝ 13˝ / 14˝ 18˝
Crash Ride Armand Beautiful Fast Crash Heavy Crash Pocket HiHats Heavy HiHats Swish Knocker w/20 Rivets
18˝ / 20˝ Baby, w. 3 rivets 14˝ / 15˝ / 16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝ 16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝ / 19˝ 13˝ 15˝ 22˝
Ping Ride 19˝ Thin Crash Rock HiHats Ultra Hammered China
20˝ 16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝ / 19˝ / 20˝ 14˝ 19˝ / 21˝
Sweet Ride Medium Thin Crash Quick Beat HiHats
21˝ / 23˝ 16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝ / 19˝ / 20 14˝
21˝

A ZILDJIAN CYMBALS
have been central to the sound of
popular music since their introduction
in the 1930s when they were the
signature sound of Zildjian prior to
their even being called A`s. Over the
decades, their voice has evolved
with the needs of drummers without
ever straying from the bright, clean
and crisp signature sound that has
made A's the ultimate ˝desert island˝
cymbal for players of virtually all
genres. It is A cymbals' versatility
and reliability year after year, and
generation after generation, that
make them an icon in the cymbal
world.

SPECS
Hammering Symmetrical
hammering pattern
Lathing Traditional wide
groove lathing
Finish Traditional except-
21˝ A Zildjian Sweet Ride Brilliant,
13˝ Pocket Hats. 21" Mega Bell Ride,
19" & 21" Ultra Hammered China, Dyno
Beat HiHats and all Heavy models.
 Rides Rides Crashes Special Effects FX
19 Ride 20TH Anniversary Ride Medium Crash EFX Trash Splash Oriental China Trash
20˝ / 22˝ 21˝ 16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝ / 19˝ 10˝/ 14˝ / 16˝ / 18˝ / 20˝ 9˝ / 11˝ 8˝ / 10˝/ 12˝ / 13˝ / 14˝ /
Medium Ride China Latin Multi Crash 15˝ / 16˝ / 18˝ / 20˝
20˝ / 22˝ Crashes HiHats 18˝ / 20˝ 15˝ Oriental Crash of Doom
Ping Ride Splash HiHats El Sonido Multi-Crash 20˝
20˝ / 22˝ 6˝ / 8˝ / 10˝ / 12˝ 13˝ / 14˝ 17˝ Spiral Trash
Sizzle Ride, w. 6 rivets Fast Crash Mastersound HiHats Trashformer 18˝
20˝ 14˝ / 15˝ / 16˝ 17˝ / 18˝ 13˝ / 14˝ / 15˝ 8˝ / 10˝ / 14˝ Spiral Stacker
Projection Ride Crash 10˝ / 12˝
Zil-Bel
20˝ 14˝ / 15˝ / 16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝ / 19˝ / 20˝ 6˝/ 9.5˝
Projection Crash ˝Volcano Cup˝ Zil-Bel
16˝ / 17˝ / 18˝ / 19˝/ 20˝ 7.5˝

EXPERIMENT WITH
THE A CUSTOM LINE A VARIETY OF EFFECTS
has been the choice of renowned rock,
metal and fusion drummers since AND ACCENTS
its introduction in 1992. Recognized with this unique, innovative line of
by its striking brilliant finish, the A cymbals from Zildjian. Add exotic
Custom`s unique tonal grooves and colors and character to your sound
lower profiles combine to produce with an Oriental China Trash, Spiral
a smoother, glassier and brighter Stacker, a Trashformer or the Oriental
sounding cymbal with more give Crash of Doom
when struck than other cymbals.
It is these qualities that has made
the sound of A Customs particularly
sought after in the studio.

SPECS
Hammering Radically
modern rotary hammering
for a thinner weight
Lathing Fine pattern of narrow
symmetrical grooves that create
just enough stiffness
Finish All Brilliant
 Rides Crashes HiHats Special Effects
21 Medium Ride Splash HiHats China
20"/ 22" / 24" 8" / 10" 14" 16˝ / 18˝
Rock Ride China Splash Mini-Hats
20"/ 22" 8" / 10" 10"
Thin Crash Mastersound HiHats
14" / 15" / 16" / 17" / 18" / 20" 13" / 14"
Medium Thin Crash Rock HiHats
16" / 18" / 20" 14"
Rock Crash
16" / 18" / 20"
Trash Crash
16" / 18" / 20"

THE S FAMILY IS A
modern cymbal voice that redefines
what a B12 (88% copper, 12% tin) alloy
can deliver. This versatile collection is
bold, bright and expressive and is built
with a balanced frequency response,
making it suitable for a variety of
musical styles. Each model features
extensive hammering and lathing, as
well as a striking brilliant finish that
helps open up the sound, providing a
bright and shimmering tone.

SPECS
Hammering Combination of Cast and
Sheet Bronze techniques. Chinas utilize
random hammering
Lathing Fully lathed top & bottom
Finish All Brilliant