Winter NAMM 2012 News
The K Custom 19" Hybrid China is one of the most interesting cymbals I have played, both in appearance and sound. I have a specific taste in China cymbals, and this passes my tests. I first encountered these hybrid cymbals a few years ago at a Zildjian prototype sale at a local drum shop. I was a fan of Akira Jimbo, so I was interested in giv...
(Originally written by kokidrum/translated from Audiofanzine FR) I've been using it for about 2 years. Very good china cymbal because of its size and it's higher pitch than china lows. What I like the least? That I've only had the chance to play it three times. I tested many chinas and this was...
Now I’ve never owned one of the Zildjian China Boy Highs, but I’ve definitely played on one countless times at my private drum lesson teacher’s house. He’s had this cymbal since I met him 3 years ago, and we both agree that this is one of the best Chinas that we’ve heard. I really want to get one to call my own. Right off the bat, s...
It's a good cymbal with a large volume, very acute sound and efficient, the price is frankly a good deal. The black varnish is tough and the most beautiful effect. In this range pitch black I suggest that the crash and 16 "others are nothing special and the great splash is downright bastard (it's a super thin crash actually) <br ...
Sound sharp and balanced. The answer is powerful without being intrusive. The crash is short and without harmonics questionable. A cymbal effect essential in a modern package for colored peaches.
What I like most? Its height, its pronunciation feverish ardor and tropical species. I'm a fan of his warm character and devastating. In fact I continued carefully sound heard on disc since the late 80's without knowing the precise model. I tried two dozen of China since the years and obviously, none had exactly what it wanted. I've had for seve...
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