Zildjian 131/4 K Custom Hybrid Hi Hat Cymbal
Developed in conjunction with leading drum stylist Akira Jimbo, the
Zildjian K Kustom Hybrid Hi-Hat Pair features an innovative
brilliant/traditional surface that produces different tones depending
on where the cymbal is played for a musical "darkness with brilliance"
combination. The inner half features the unlathed, brilliant finish of
the K Custom Ride, while the outer half features the traditionally
finished K Zildjian lathing. The unlathed section helps control the
wash and sustain, making it ideal for recording and live situations.
The
innovative "Hybrid Hammering" on the hi-hat results in reverse
Mastersound grooves by hammering into the bottom of the cymbal from the
opposite side. This results in increased surface area contact between
the top and bottom cymbals, and a warmer chick and wash than normal
Mastersound hammering. Akira specified the 13-1/4" size to combine the
power of a 14" size and the control of a 13".
"Maximum
versatility is the main idea with the Hybrid series. I worked with
Zildjian to design a line of cymbals where brilliance and darkness
coexist. I think the sound we came up with sets the new standard for
the 21st Century."-Akira Jimbo
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