Zildjian 17" K Custom Special Dry Trash
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Zildjian
17" K Custom Special Dry Trash
Product Info
Article Number:
407209
Brand:
Zildjian
Model:
17" K Custom Special Dry Trash
Category:
17" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$437.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Special Dry Trash cymbal is a real character piece, perfect for drummers chasing a raw, percussive edge in genres like industrial, hip-hop, or experimental music. It cuts through the mix beautifully with its short sustain and trashy overtones – not your go-to crash, but a vital color for creative drumming.
Product Description
- Zildjian 17" K Custom Special Dry Trash
- Trash Crash Cymbal
- Size: 17"
- K Custom Special Dry Series
- Natural finish
- Dark
- earthy sound with a short sustain
- The K Custom Special Dry Series has been redesigned to meet the requirements of today's modern music styles
PROS
- • B20 bronze alloy delivers a uniquely trashy, complex sonic signature.
- • Hammered and latted construction provides intricate stick definition and texture.
- • Short sustain allows for tight, controlled rhythms in busy mixes.
- • Natural finish preserves the inherent tonal qualities of the K Custom alloy.
CONS
- • Limited versatility; excels in specific genres, less ideal for traditional crash roles.
- • Higher price point reflects the premium K Custom series construction.
- • Can sound brittle if played too aggressively, requiring a nuanced touch.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
17 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Natural
Sound Character
Dark, Trashy, Short Sustain
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
Unlike some heavily processed trash cymbals, this maintains more of the B20 bronze’s natural complexity, offering a more nuanced, less artificial texture.
Yes, it’s quite distinct; it prevents the cymbal from washing out other instruments and allows for very tight, controlled rhythms.
Absolutely, the natural finish will darken and develop a unique patina with regular playing, further enhancing its character and sonic depth.
