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Brand profile · Turkey, est. 2006
Zultan
Zultan is a Turkish cymbal manufacturer rapidly gaining recognition within the drumming community for its unique alloys and tonal characteristics. Established to offer a fresh perspective on cymbal design, Zultan distinguishes itself with its 'Zultan Bronze,' a proprietary blend resulting in warm, complex sounds often described as both vintage and modern. They’ve carved a niche by focusing on nuanced tonal qualities and offering a broad range of cymbal types.
Zultan Bronze AlloyOrchestra Series - vintage-inspired tonesDune Series - modern, cutting soundsWide range of sizes and typesInnovative hammering techniques
2006founded
Turkeycountry
341products in stock
$22–$1,007price range
Zultan in the charts
Every chart where Zultan has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.
Best Zultan cymbal sets
28 models$380 – $1,007Best Zultan 18" crash cymbals
25 models$111 – $324Best Zultan 20" ride cymbals
21 models$189 – $353Best Zultan 19" crash cymbals
20 models$133 – $335Best Zultan 16" crash cymbals
20 models$77 – $268Best Zultan 22" ride cymbals
19 models$219 – $402Best Zultan 14" hi-hat cymbals
16 models$133 – $353Best Zultan 21" ride cymbals
15 models$201 – $324Best Zultan 20" crash cymbals
15 models$167 – $353Best Zultan 10" splash cymbals
14 models$33 – $140Best Zultan 17" crash cymbals
14 models$95 – $279Best Zultan 18" china cymbals
13 models$89 – $324
28 models$380 – $1,007Best Zultan 18" crash cymbals
25 models$111 – $324Best Zultan 20" ride cymbals
21 models$189 – $353Best Zultan 19" crash cymbals
20 models$133 – $335Best Zultan 16" crash cymbals
20 models$77 – $268Best Zultan 22" ride cymbals
19 models$219 – $402Best Zultan 14" hi-hat cymbals
16 models$133 – $353Best Zultan 21" ride cymbals
15 models$201 – $324Best Zultan 20" crash cymbals
15 models$167 – $353Best Zultan 10" splash cymbals
14 models$33 – $140Best Zultan 17" crash cymbals
14 models$95 – $279Best Zultan 18" china cymbals
13 models$89 – $324
All 341 Zultan products
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Zultan, honestly
What Zultan does well
- Unique Zultan Bronze offers distinctive tonal complexity
- Broad product selection caters to diverse drumming styles
- Well-regarded for warm, musical, and responsive feel
- Good value proposition within the mid-range market
What to watch for
- Zultan Bronze can be perceived as slightly darker than some competitors
- Less established brand compared to industry giants
- Limited availability outside of specific regions
- Some find the Zultan Bronze a little too mellow for aggressive styles
Questions about Zultan
Where are Zultan instruments made?
Zultan cymbals are manufactured in Istanbul, Turkey, utilizing traditional hand-hammering techniques alongside modern production methods.
What is 'Zultan Bronze'?
Zultan Bronze is a proprietary alloy developed by Zultan, known for its warm, complex overtones and a unique sonic character that balances vintage and modern qualities.
Are Zultan cymbals bright or dark sounding?
Generally, Zultan cymbals lean towards a warmer, more musical tone. While they offer a range of sounds, they are not typically considered overly bright or aggressive.