Difference between revisions of "Z Custom 12" Splash"
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'''Size:''' 12 Inch<br> | '''Size:''' 12 Inch<br> | ||
'''Series:''' [[Zildjian Z Custom#Z Custom|Z Custom]]<br> | '''Series:''' [[Zildjian Z Custom#Z Custom|Z Custom]]<br> | ||
| − | '''Weight:''' 488g (2nd Generation), 509g (2005 Serial Number), 534g (2nd Generation), 537g (2nd Generation), 548g, 556g, 563g (2nd Generation)<br> | + | '''Weight:''' 488g (2nd Generation), 509g (2005 Serial Number), 534g (2nd Generation), 537g (2nd Generation), 548g, 556g, 563g (2nd Generation), 579g (2008 Serial Number)<br> |
| + | '''Median Weight:''' 543g (n=8)<br> | ||
'''Years of production:''' 1995<font color=blue><sup>1</sup></font color=blue> - 2009<br> | '''Years of production:''' 1995<font color=blue><sup>1</sup></font color=blue> - 2009<br> | ||
'''Sound file:''' [https://youtu.be/UTGK8qCmZoA?si=esxeTPlut27UeHwj Z Custom 12" Splash]<br> | '''Sound file:''' [https://youtu.be/UTGK8qCmZoA?si=esxeTPlut27UeHwj Z Custom 12" Splash]<br> | ||
Revision as of 15:24, 10 July 2025
Group: Splashes
Type: Splash
Size: 12 Inch
Series: Z Custom
Weight: 488g (2nd Generation), 509g (2005 Serial Number), 534g (2nd Generation), 537g (2nd Generation), 548g, 556g, 563g (2nd Generation), 579g (2008 Serial Number)
Median Weight: 543g (n=8)
Years of production: 19951 - 2009
Sound file: Z Custom 12" Splash
Zildjian's Description: <<< - >>>
Review: "The 12" Z Custom splash falls right on the boundary between a large splash and a small crash, and could serve as either depending on the setting. Since I once described Zildjian's 14" K Dark Thin crash as sounding somewhat like a large splash, I compared it side by side with the 12" Z Custom splash. The Z was definitely "splashier," in that the overtones have a much faster decay than those of the K, which fade out more slowly and evenly. The Z also has a higher pitch, adding to its splash character.
What sets the Z apart from most splashes, however, is its considerable body. In a loud setting you can really lay into it and get a quick, explosive splash that won't sound wimpy. In a sense, Zildjian could be shooting themselves in the foot with this one, because drummers who have been breaking splash cymbals by overplaying them and regularly buying new ones can now buy one of these and probably never have to replace it."
Review written by Rick Mattingly ("Product Close-Up - New Zildjian Flatride And Splashes", Modern Drummer, August 1995, p.33)
Review: (This is for the re-designed (2nd Generation) Z Custom cymbals) "I'm not sure I would call this a "splash" in the purest sense of the word. It is definitely a small, fairly thin cymbal that works well to create punctuating accents. I'm just accustomed to thinner, smaller splash cymbals. But precisely because this cymbal is a little beefier, it would fit nicely in a heavy rock setting. Its bright, cutting voice is full and powerful, and it responds well to choking. You could also think of this as a small accessory crash."
Review written by Chap Ostrander ("Product Close-Up - New Zildjian Cymbals", Modern Drummer, February 2001, p. 49)
Artist/song where it can be heard: Mike Mangini, Morgan Rose
Source:
1 "New And Notable" (Modern Drummer, April 1995, p. 24)
