Zildjian Crash

Series - Sizes

• A Custom - 14" 15" 16" 17" 18" 19" 20"
• A Zildjian & Cie Vintage - 14" 15" 16" 18"
• Amir - 16" 18"
• Amir II - 16" 18"
• I - 14" 16" 17" 18" 19"
• Impulse - 16" 18"
• K Constantinople - 15" 16" 17" 18"
• Kerope - 18" 19"
• Pitch Black - 16" 18"
• Planet Z - 16"
• Re-Mix - 12" 14"
• S Dark - 16" 18"
• Scimitar - 14" 16"
• Scimitar Bronze - 14" 16" 18"
• ZBT - 14" 16" 18"
• Z Custom - 16" 17" 18" 19" 20"

Description

A Custom

• Bright, sweet-sounding crash that speaks very quickly. One of the most in-demand crash cymbal sounds for both studio and live settings.¹
  

Amir

• High-pitched with quick decay, controlled overtones and short sustain. More tightly defined frequency range than cast crash cymbals.²
  

I

• Bright and fast crash. Great for any musical application.⁹
  

Impulse

• Loud, explosive attack. Raw, metallic tone color. Focused overtone threshold for repeated crashes. Exceptional presence and projection.⁶
  

K Constantinople

• The K Constantinople Crashes feature a new hammering technique, pin lathing on both sides and a vintage-style cup, preserving the dark, expressive quality of the original line.³

Kerope

• Ranging from 18" to 22" and paper thin to thin, Keropes have a low profile and more integrated bell, offering both crash and ride qualities perfect for any musical setting. They are unbelievably warm and responsive, featuring a patina finish achieved through a proprietary process that accelerates aging for an authentic vintage look. The played-in feel is noticeable immediately, as if these cymbals have been on your kit for 50 years. Named in honor of Kerope Zildjian, these cymbals reflect one of the most storied periods in Zildjian history. Visually and sonically reminscient of cymbals from the '50s and '60s. Patina finish from accelerated aging process gives vintage look. Crash and ride qualities perfect for any musical setting. Warm and responsive. Real played-in feel.¹³

Pitch Black

• (16") For those quick accents. Could even be called a Splash if you are a real hard rocker.
• (18") Clear and substantial with great sustain. A true "go to" workhorse of a Crash cymbal.

Planet Z

• Essential cymbals and sounds for beginners.Great add-on to a Planet Z Fundamentals Pack. Delivers brilliant accents. Cutting, bright tones.⁸

S Dark

• With an exceptionally quick and sensitive response from the lightest touch, S Dark Crashes are rich and explosive, producing punctuating, dark crash sounds. S Dark Crashes are thin in weight, opening up quickly for accents or when frequent crashing is needed.⁷

Scimitar

• Crisp, high-pitched tone. Quick response. Fast, smooth decay.⁴

Scimitar Bronze

• Bright, full-bodied crash that cuts superbly. A sharp, high-pitched attack and colorful, yet fast decay.⁵

ZBT

• A splendid fast crash with a bright high-pitched tone.¹¹

Z Custom

• Z Custom crashes bring unrivaled power and energy to any drum kit. When heavier music demands maximum volume, Z Custom crashes cut above the on-stage mix and project with brightness, power and loudness.¹⁰

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Information from:
¹ zildjian.com (retrieved July 17, 2024)
² 1987 Zildjian catalog
³ zildjian.com (retrieved July 17, 2024)
⁴ 1987 Zildjian ad
⁵ 1989 Scimitar Bronze one-sheet
⁶ 1983 Amir/Impulse brochure
⁷ zildjian.com (retrieved January 5, 2025)
⁸ zildjian.com (retrieved January 5, 2025)
⁹ zildjian.com (retrieved January 5, 2025)
¹⁰ zildjian.com (retrieved January 5, 2025)
¹¹ Zildjian Cymbal & Drumstick Selection Guide 1998
¹² Zildjian.com Internet Archive snapshot of 08/09/2009
¹³ zildjian.com (retrieved January 12, 2025)

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