Zildjian ZBT 14" Crash

Group: Crashes
Type: Crash
Size: 14 Inch
Series: ZBT
Weight: 700g, 716g
Median Weight: 708g (n=2)
Years of production: 1997 - 2002; 2004 - 2019
Sound File: ZBT 14" Crash
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Review: "Starting at the small end, the 14" ZBT crash is fast, high-pitched, and reasonably full-bodied for a 14" crash. In really loud situations it might sound more like a meaty splash cymbal, but in moderate volumes it has the pitch to cut through, and its fast decay makes it ideal for quick punctuations."

Review written by Rick Mattingly ("Product Close-Up - Zildjian ZBT And ZBT-Plus Series", Modern Drummer, March 1998, p.43)

Review: "Of the 14", 16", and 18" sent for this review, the 16" and 18" sizes were the most impressive. Their sound was rich, full, and bright. The downside was the need to really lay into these crashes to make them fully project and sing out. In fairness to the ZBT, I've played some "professional" model cymbals that had the same problem, and cost a lot more. So if you don't mind a little extra effort when you play, and you like to save money, what have you got to lose?"

Review written by Phil Ferraro ("Product Close-Up - New Zildjian Models - Treats For Pros And Students Alike"), Modern Drummer, February 2005, p. 37)

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