Zildjian 17" K-Custom Dark China
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Zildjian
17" K-Custom Dark China
Product Info
Article Number:
128183
Brand:
Zildjian
Model:
17" K-Custom Dark China
Category:
17" China Cymbals
Price:
$471.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This K-Custom Dark China is a fantastic choice if you're after a genuinely dark, trashy cymbal sound. It’s perfect for heavier genres like industrial, metal, or even adding a unique texture to cinematic scores. The smaller size makes it surprisingly versatile, though it’s not a do-everything cymbal.
Product Description
- Zildjian 17" K-Custom Dark China
- Dark China Cymbal
- Size: 17"
- K-Custom series
- Regular finish
- dark china sound
- Fast
- trashy response with nice "China Sound" sustain
PROS
- • The K-Custom alloy delivers a uniquely dark, complex overtone profile.
- • The 17-inch size offers a manageable trashy response without being overly splashy.
- • Hammering provides a wonderfully uneven wash and a 'trashy' character.
- • Zildjian’s K-Custom series consistently demonstrates excellent manufacturing tolerances.
CONS
- • The dark sound isn't universally appealing; lacks bright, shimmering qualities.
- • Relatively premium-priced compared to entry-level china cymbal options.
- • The fast response can be challenging to control for very subtle dynamics.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
17 in
Material
B20 Bronze Alloy (primarily Tin and Copper)
Finish
Regular (Hammered)
Sound Character
Dry, Dark, Trashy, Washed
Weight
Medium-Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
Traditional Chinese cymbals are typically much larger and have a more overtly 'swirling' sound; this Dark China is more focused and controlled.
It's more nuanced than just low frequencies; it's about a reduced presence of higher overtones, creating a more complex and less 'bright' overall tone.
Absolutely, the unique sonic texture lends itself well to recording, adding character and depth to tracks, though mic placement is key to capture its nuances.
