Difference between revisions of "Z Zildjian 18" China Boy"
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'''Size:''' 18 Inch<br> | '''Size:''' 18 Inch<br> | ||
'''Series:''' [[Z Zildjian#Z Zildjian|Z Zildjian]]<br> | '''Series:''' [[Z Zildjian#Z Zildjian|Z Zildjian]]<br> | ||
| − | '''Weight:''' 1765g, 1860g, 2018g<br> | + | '''Weight:''' 1765g, 1860g, 1895g, 2018g<br> |
'''Years of production:''' 1987 - 1993<br> | '''Years of production:''' 1987 - 1993<br> | ||
'''Sound file:''' unknown <br> | '''Sound file:''' unknown <br> | ||
'''Zildjian's Description:''' [[Zildjian China#Z Zildjian|<<< - >>>]]<br> | '''Zildjian's Description:''' [[Zildjian China#Z Zildjian|<<< - >>>]]<br> | ||
'''Review:''' "As Zildjian states, these cymbals are louder and more powerful than other types of Chinas that I have heard, but the overall sound is more pleasing and not as overbearing as the usual "trashy" China sound. They are clearer and more cutting—less of the usual white-noise sound of China types. The length of decay is relatively short, with the 18" lasting a bit longer. I found that I could play busier ride patterns on the 20", and that the 18" worked better for loud punctuations and quarter-note-type ride patterns. Both cymbals worked very well in building the intensity and climaxing through the solo sections of songs I played with the band. <br> | '''Review:''' "As Zildjian states, these cymbals are louder and more powerful than other types of Chinas that I have heard, but the overall sound is more pleasing and not as overbearing as the usual "trashy" China sound. They are clearer and more cutting—less of the usual white-noise sound of China types. The length of decay is relatively short, with the 18" lasting a bit longer. I found that I could play busier ride patterns on the 20", and that the 18" worked better for loud punctuations and quarter-note-type ride patterns. Both cymbals worked very well in building the intensity and climaxing through the solo sections of songs I played with the band. <br> | ||
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Basically, these are two of the best China cymbals I've heard. They sound great within the context of a rock band. Also, I was knocked out by their recorded sound. I realize that no two Zildjian cymbals are identical, but the basic properties of these cymbals should be similar. If you're thinking about adding a China-type to your set, be sure to check these out!"<br> | Basically, these are two of the best China cymbals I've heard. They sound great within the context of a rock band. Also, I was knocked out by their recorded sound. I realize that no two Zildjian cymbals are identical, but the basic properties of these cymbals should be similar. If you're thinking about adding a China-type to your set, be sure to check these out!"<br> | ||
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Review written by William F. Miller ("Product Close-Up - New Cymbals", Modern Drummer, June 1987, p. 106)<br> | Review written by William F. Miller ("Product Close-Up - New Cymbals", Modern Drummer, June 1987, p. 106)<br> | ||
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| + | '''Review:''' It's not trashy like Zildjian's standard China cymbals (for instance, the A series Chinas - high or low), this Z series 18" has a clearer sound, with a bit of "stiffness" (and I don't mean that in a bad way.) This does possesses lots of power, with a tremendous "cut", great for being heard. This, of course, is due at least in part to the heavy weight of this piece of bronze, but also due to its unlathed design, and Zildjian's proprietary computer hammering. (Side note - unlike the other "Z" series, this original series was hammered, with no lathing.) | ||
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| + | Quarter note crashing resulted in a nice washy sound, and riding it with the tip of the stick produced a nice-sounding high pitched "ping", which I didn't expect. | ||
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| + | This model, not part of the original offering in this series, has become an interesting relic of days when cymbal companies were just starting to be at the cutting edge of innovation, and this cymbal is no exception to Zildjian's open-minded approach of trying new technological ideas. | ||
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| + | Review written by [[User:Bluejacketsfan|Bluejacketsfan]] | ||
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''' Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | ''' Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | ||
Revision as of 09:46, 1 September 2024
Group: Chinas
Type: China Boy
Size: 18 Inch
Series: Z Zildjian
Weight: 1765g, 1860g, 1895g, 2018g
Years of production: 1987 - 1993
Sound file: unknown
Zildjian's Description: <<< - >>>
Review: "As Zildjian states, these cymbals are louder and more powerful than other types of Chinas that I have heard, but the overall sound is more pleasing and not as overbearing as the usual "trashy" China sound. They are clearer and more cutting—less of the usual white-noise sound of China types. The length of decay is relatively short, with the 18" lasting a bit longer. I found that I could play busier ride patterns on the 20", and that the 18" worked better for loud punctuations and quarter-note-type ride patterns. Both cymbals worked very well in building the intensity and climaxing through the solo sections of songs I played with the band.
Basically, these are two of the best China cymbals I've heard. They sound great within the context of a rock band. Also, I was knocked out by their recorded sound. I realize that no two Zildjian cymbals are identical, but the basic properties of these cymbals should be similar. If you're thinking about adding a China-type to your set, be sure to check these out!"
Review written by William F. Miller ("Product Close-Up - New Cymbals", Modern Drummer, June 1987, p. 106)
Review: It's not trashy like Zildjian's standard China cymbals (for instance, the A series Chinas - high or low), this Z series 18" has a clearer sound, with a bit of "stiffness" (and I don't mean that in a bad way.) This does possesses lots of power, with a tremendous "cut", great for being heard. This, of course, is due at least in part to the heavy weight of this piece of bronze, but also due to its unlathed design, and Zildjian's proprietary computer hammering. (Side note - unlike the other "Z" series, this original series was hammered, with no lathing.)
Quarter note crashing resulted in a nice washy sound, and riding it with the tip of the stick produced a nice-sounding high pitched "ping", which I didn't expect.
This model, not part of the original offering in this series, has become an interesting relic of days when cymbal companies were just starting to be at the cutting edge of innovation, and this cymbal is no exception to Zildjian's open-minded approach of trying new technological ideas.
Review written by Bluejacketsfan
Artist/song where it can be heard:
