The Zildjian K Paper Thin cymbals are explosive, dark crashes with a big attack for even the most demanding players. Zildjian has been crafting musical instruments for over 400 years and has been the leader in high-quality cymbal innovation, making them one of the most trusted cymbal manufacturer for drummers worldwide. In the early 1950s, they began producing the Paper Thin cymbals, and now Zildjian has finally answered the requests of loyal customers to bring this weight class back. Now available in the legendary K Family, these crash cymbals come in 18", 19", 20", 21" and 22" for all of your Paper Thin needs.
After reviewing cymbal trends of the past 70 years, Zildjian reimagined a main feature with these Paper Thins, the three-step hammering process, which is an essential part in giving these cymbals a lush, rich sonic character while providing a more versatile flexibility. Their extra-thin profile gives these crash cymbals a beautiful shimmer with a quick response and a resonant low end for maximum sustain. With a smooth feeling under-stick and a fast decay, the Paper Thins will make you want to play for hours.
Despite how thin these cymbals are, they still have a substantial weight to them that helps to give a more full, rounded sound. Delivering a tight punch than blooming out to a vibrant high end with articulate bell sounds and a warm timbre, the musical possibilities of these crashes are endless. The K Paper Thin crash cymbals have a versatility that makes them excellent options for a wide variety of music genres, and with their resonant low end, shimmering bells and full sustain these are the perfect addition for any drummer.
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Series Description: Forged from a proprietary bronze developed specifically for cymbals, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to uncompromising sound concepts, Signature Cymbals are instruments of unsurpassed quality for the discerning drummer's quest for personal creativity and musical excellence.
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Zildjian's K Sweet Crash brings their centuries-old expertise in crafting musical bronze to drummers seeking a dark, complex crash. The K Sweet Crash is made from Zildjian's proprietary B20 bronze alloy using traditional techniques like hand hammering to produce a cymbal that sings with overtones. Extraordinarily thin and lathed only on the top, this crash has an unlathed bell that provides a penetrating, melodic crash with a fast response and decay tailored for rock, jazz or orchestral settings.
Hand hammering and rolling the B20 bronze extra thin gives the K Sweet Crash a velvety quality with a dark, shimmering wash of overtones. Striking it on the edge elicits a silken crash with a fast decay, while the unlathed bell provides a more penetrating tone with resonant overtones that linger.
The K Sweet Crash's musical complexity makes it ideal for genres where nuance and color are prized. Its dark, moody quality suits rock or metal, while its sensitivity and fast response allow jazz or fusion drummers to execute intricate rhythms and ghost notes. Percussionists and orchestral players will appreciate its melodic, singing overtones for adding depth and texture.
The K Sweet Crash is sized to complement a wide range of drum configurations from minimalist jazz kits to colossal rock sets. Pair it with other K Zildjian cymbals like the K Sweet Ride or K Custom Hybrid for a coordinated palette of sounds, or combine it with cymbals from other series to create your own unique blend of tonal colors.
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Series Description: Forged from a proprietary bronze developed specifically for cymbals, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to uncompromising sound concepts, Signature Cymbals are instruments of unsurpassed quality for the discerning drummer's quest for personal creativity and musical excellence.
Applications: Most volume settings; live and recording; wide range of music styles including pop, rock, hard rock, heavy metal, funk, R&B, classic, avant-garde, big band, country, blues, and Gospel
Sound: Musical, transparent, beautiful, rich, colorful, full, clear, expressive sound; the range of models features everything from particularly delicate, well balanced and sensitive to expressive, potent and powerful and projective qualities.
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Forged from a proprietary bronze developed specifically for cymbals, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to uncompromising sound concepts, Signature Cymbals are instruments of unsurpassed quality for the discerning drummer's quest for personal creativity and musical excellence.
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The Paiste Reflector Crash Cymbal delivers a bright, sparkling, warm sound with a wide frequency range and fairly clean mix. The signature bronze of this cymbal produces an even, resilient feel with a powerful attack, sharp response and a nice sparkling fade.
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