Zildjian Ride

Series - Sizes

• A Custom - 20" 22"
• Amir - 18" 20" 22"
• Amir II - 20"
• A Zildjian & Cie Vintage - 20"
• I - 20" 22"
• Impulse - 18" 20" 22"
• K Zildjian - 18" 20" 22"
• Kerope - 24"
• Planet Z - 20"
• S Dark - 20"
• Scimitar - 20"
• Scimitar Bronze - 18" 20"
• ZBT - 20"
• Z Custom - 20" 22"

Description

A Custom

• Recognized by their striking brilliant finish, A Custom Rides feature unique tonal grooves and lower profiles. Together, these attributes produce a smoother, glassier and brighter sounding cymbal with more give when struck. It is these qualities that have made the sound of A Customs particularly sought after in the studio. Bright sound with clean stick definition. Medium-thin weight also allows for some wash when playing ride patterns. Colorful, warmer undertones. Clear bell sound. (10)

Amir

• Crisp, controlled response with high pitched, metallic stick sound.(1)

I

• Precise, clean stick definition. Fantastic bell that cuts through the mix. Choose between 20" for more control, or 22" for extra volume, projection and wash. (8)
  

Impulse

• Crisp, controlled response. Strong projection pulses through loud music. Solid stick control and playing response. Limited overtones let drummers play harder. Blends well with any cymbal set-up. (5)

K Zildjian

• Low pitched. Clear stick definition over roaring dark overtones with controlled build-up.(2)
  

Planet Z

• Bright and cutting ride cymbal. Capable of really cutting through the mix. Great stick definition. Focused sound.(7)
  

S Dark

• Sized and shaped for versatility, the S Dark Ride is a solid, all-purpose ride option for drummers who lean darker in their cymbal sound. Excellent blend, stick response, and a clear bell round out this balanced ride, which also resonates with lower overtones and a hint of dryness. (6)
  

Scimitar

• Medium high-pitched tone. Precise attack. Good, clean stick definition.(3)

Scimitar Bronze

• A clear, clean stick attack and a subtle and focused overtone build-up. It produces a medium high-pitched tone.(4)

Z Custom

• Available in both 20” and 22” sizes, feature unrivaled stick definition, letting even the most intricate patterns shine through. Z Custom Rides project across the mix on stage, featuring a powerful wash with an expressive and cutting bell. (9)

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Information from:

1. 1987 Zildjian catalog
2. 1987 Zildjian catalog
3. 1987 Zildjian catalog
4. 1989 Scimitar Bronze one-sheet
5. 1983 Amir/Impulse brochure
6. zildjian.com (retrieved January 5, 2025)
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 12, 2025)

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