Zildjian 13" Planet Z Hi-Hat

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Zildjian 13" Planet Z Hi-Hat

Zildjian

13" Planet Z Hi-Hat

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 480917
Brand: Zildjian
Model: 13" Planet Z Hi-Hat
Price: $126.50

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These Planet Z 13-inch hi-hats are a solid starting point for beginner to intermediate drummers. They deliver a clear, bright sound that cuts through a mix, and the medium/heavy weighting gives you a good balance between stick articulation and a solid chick. Great for rock, pop, and modern styles where you want a defined, modern hi-hat voice.

Product Description

  • Zildjian 13" Planet Z Hi-Hat
  • Hi-Hat Cymbal
  • Size: 13"
  • Planet Z Series
  • Material: Brass
  • Weight: medium top / heavy bottom
  • Regular version
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Bright, lively stick sound with a defined chick.
  • • Brass construction offers a warm, responsive feel.
  • • Medium/heavy pairing provides versatility for various styles.
  • • Made in USA ensures consistent Zildjian quality control.
CONS
  • • Planet Z series lacks the complexity of higher-end Zildjian lines.
  • • The sound might be too bright for very mellow or vintage-focused genres.
  • • The heavier bottom can feel a bit stiff for extremely fast footwork.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 13 in
Material Brass
Finish Regular
Sound Character Bright, Crisp
Top/Bottom Weight Medium / Heavy
Weight Medium-Heavy

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Planet Z offer a brighter, more modern sound than the Avedis J series, which are known for their darker, more vintage tone. Planet Z are also generally more affordable.
While versatile, their brightness might be overpowering in very quiet jazz settings; consider a lighter or darker hi-hat for those situations.
The medium/heavy bottom provides a good 'chick' sound for funk, but experienced funk drummers might desire more nuanced response from a higher-end hi-hat pair.

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