Difference between revisions of "Zildjian Scimitar Bronze 14" Hi-Hat"
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| − | '''Review:''' "The hi-hats are described by Zildjian as having "a brilliant, controlled sound with a crisp, metallic 'chip' sound. Great projection live with a good, fast decay— ideal for studio work. I agree with most of that; I did find them to give excellent projection, and they did have a metallic "chip" sound when played with the foot. I wouldn't call them "brilliant" though; to me that connotes a high pitch, and I actually found the pair I tried to be a bit dark— especially when played partially closed. They also weren't particularly sensitive— in terms of quick response to funky sticking patterns— but I attribute this to the weight of the top cymbal. On the other hand, members of my band commented that they sounded "meaty" when I played a rock ride pattern on them. They were very musical, and blended nicely with the rest of the cymbals. My overall impression was that they would be acceptable hi-hats if priced in a pro-line range; they are excellent for mid-priced cymbals. <br> | + | '''Review:''' "The hi-hats are described by Zildjian as having "a brilliant, controlled sound with a crisp, metallic 'chip' sound. Great projection live with a good, fast decay— ideal for studio work. I agree with most of that; I did find them to give excellent projection, and they did have a metallic "chip" sound when played with the foot. I wouldn't call them "brilliant" though; to me that connotes a high pitch, and I actually found the pair I tried to be a bit dark— especially when played partially closed. They also weren't particularly sensitive— in terms of quick response to funky sticking patterns— but I attribute this to the weight of the top cymbal. On the other hand, members of my band commented that they sounded "meaty" when I played a rock ride pattern on them. They were very musical, and blended nicely with the rest of the cymbals. My overall impression was that they would be acceptable hi-hats if priced in a pro-line range; they are excellent for mid-priced cymbals." <br> |
Review written by Rick Van Horn ("Product Close-Up", Modern Drummer, March 1990, p. 38)<br> | Review written by Rick Van Horn ("Product Close-Up", Modern Drummer, March 1990, p. 38)<br> | ||
''' Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | ''' Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | ||
Revision as of 13:54, 24 December 2023
Group: Hi-Hats
Type: Hi-Hat
Size: 14 Inch
Series: Scimitar Bronze
Weight: Top: ?g / Bottom: ?g
Years of production: 1989 - ?
Sound file: unknown
Zildjian's Description: <<< - >>>
Review: "The hi-hats are described by Zildjian as having "a brilliant, controlled sound with a crisp, metallic 'chip' sound. Great projection live with a good, fast decay— ideal for studio work. I agree with most of that; I did find them to give excellent projection, and they did have a metallic "chip" sound when played with the foot. I wouldn't call them "brilliant" though; to me that connotes a high pitch, and I actually found the pair I tried to be a bit dark— especially when played partially closed. They also weren't particularly sensitive— in terms of quick response to funky sticking patterns— but I attribute this to the weight of the top cymbal. On the other hand, members of my band commented that they sounded "meaty" when I played a rock ride pattern on them. They were very musical, and blended nicely with the rest of the cymbals. My overall impression was that they would be acceptable hi-hats if priced in a pro-line range; they are excellent for mid-priced cymbals."
Review written by Rick Van Horn ("Product Close-Up", Modern Drummer, March 1990, p. 38)
Artist/song where it can be heard:
