Zildjian Introduces All New K. Zildjian Cymbal Range
 August 29, 2001
Zildjian has announced that they have radically updated and improved their range of K. Zildjian Cymbals. The all-new K. Zildjian Cymbals replace the old version in all sizes and models and are available immediately.
The all-new K. Zildjians feature a series of significant visual and sonic improvements. The cymbals have been re-designed with new lathing and hammering creating, warmer cymbals that are significantly more responsive and versatile than their predecessors. Deployed by some of Zildjian's latest computer-driven precision hammering devices, there is an increased depth and sheer number of hammer marks imparted to the K's. A characteristic of the K. Zildjian range, this new hammering, creates even more body, greater musicality, and a stunning new look. Furthermore the model name graphics have been re-designed with an improved, more stylish and contemporary look. Last but not least, these new cymbals will once again feature the large 'K' logo on the bottom of the cymbals in much the same manner as K. Zildjian cymbals when they were first re-introduced to the USA in the early 80's.
Designed to excel in any musical environment, the new K. Zildjian's have great clarity and projection making them ideal for a variety of applications, not just Jazz. They can already be found in the set-ups of top players like Carter Beauford of the Dave Matthews Band, Dave Weckl of the Dave Weckl Band, and Steve Gadd, studio legend, currently on the road with Eric Clapton.
The new K. Zildjian HiHats have an improved wash and an articulate chick sound. The Crashes are dark, rich, yet warm sounding with a clear crash sound. The new K. Zildjian Rides are less pingy, less bright with even more body. "These new K. Zildjian's look and sound like the K's I remember in the early 80's," said company patriarch, Armand Zildjian.
Zildjian highly recommends the Brilliant finish option. The Brilliant finish creates a stunning, high luster and reflective finish using a high-speed buffing process that smoothes out the tonal grooves. This creates a slightly warmer, smoother sound that truly enhances the sound of the K. Zildjians.
K. Zildjian Cymbals were originally Cast Cymbals developed by Kerope Zildjian in 19th Century Turkey. They have been first choice in cymbals for Jazz legends like Art Blakey, Elvin Jones, Tony Williams or any one of a sweeping collection of the greatest drummers in history. Today, K. Zildjian's continue to be played by top artists in all fields of music from Hip-hop, Rock and Funk to Jazz, Fusion and Classical.
| Part # |
Model Description |
List Price |
| K0849 |
Pre-Aged Dry Light Ride |
$400 |
K0808
K0810 |
18" Crash Ride
20" Crash Ride |
$349
$400 |
K0815
K0817
K0819 |
18" Ride
20" Ride
22" Ride |
$349
$400
$478 |
K0846
K0843
K0847 |
20" Heavy Ride
21" Heavy Ride
22" Heavy Ride |
$400
$439
$478
|
K0857
K0858
K0859 |
8" Splash
10" Splash
12" Splash |
$143
$161
$188 |
K0900
K0901
K0902
K0903
K0904
K0905 |
14" Dark Crash Thin
15" Dark Crash Thin
16" Dark Crash Thin
17" Dark Crash Thin
18" Dark Crash Thin
19" Dark Crash Thin |
$245
$268
$296
$325
$349
$377 |
K0913
K0914
K0915
K0916 |
16" Dark Crash Medium Thin
17" Dark Crash Medium Thin
18" Dark Crash Medium Thin
19" Dark Crash Medium Thin |
$296
$325
$349
$377 |
K0906
K0907
K0908
K0909
K0910
K0911 |
13" Mastersound HiHats – Pair
13" Mastersound HiHats – Top
13" Mastersound HiHats – Bottom
14" Mastersound HiHats – Pair
14" Mastersound HiHats – Top
14" Mastersound HiHats – Bottom |
$436
$218
$218
$490
$245
$245 |
K0820
K0821
K0822 |
13" HiHats – Pair
13" HiHats – Top
13" HiHats – Bottom |
$436
$218
$218 |
K0823
K0824
K0825 |
14" HiHats – Pair
14" HiHats – Top
14" HiHats – Bottom |
$490
$245
$245 |
K0829
K0839 |
13" Special K/Z HiHats – Pair
13" Special K/Z HiHats – Pair |
$392
$441 |
| K0881 |
14" Mini China |
$258 |
K0883
K0885 |
17" China
19" China |
$338
$390 |
For more information, visit their web site at www.zildjian.com. |
