Zildjian 18" K' Symphonic heavy
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Zildjian
18" K' Symphonic heavy
Product Info
Article Number:
237556
Brand:
Zildjian
Model:
18" K' Symphonic heavy
Category:
18" Orchestral Cymbals
Price:
$1,017.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These K' Symphonic heavies are the real deal for serious orchestral percussionists. The Zildjian K alloy delivers that characteristic warmth and complexity you need, and the heavy weight gives you incredible control—it’s a beautifully crafted, professional-grade cymbal.
Product Description
- Zildjian 18" K' Symphonic
- Orchestra cymbals
- Size: 18"
- Heavy
- Even timbre across all dynamic levels
- Sound in the middle range and a balanced attack and sustain
- Traditional finish
- Genre: Orchestral
- For professional use
- Weight: Approx. 5.8 kg / pair
- Incl. Strap and felt pad
PROS
- • Exceptional clarity and sustain for orchestral passages.
- • Heavy weight provides controlled, powerful response.
- • Traditional finish enhances complexity and warmth.
- • Zildjian’s K series alloys deliver a refined, balanced timbre.
CONS
- • Price point places it in a premium-priced category.
- • Limited versatility outside of orchestral and classical settings.
- • Heavy weight can be fatiguing for extended use.
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Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
Zildjian K Series Alloy
Type
Orchestral Cymbal
Sound Character
Balanced attack, even timbre, middle-range focus
Straps Included
Yes
Weight
Approx. 5.8 kg / pair
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Avedis are brighter and more cutting; these K’s offer a more mellow, nuanced sound that blends exceptionally well in a large ensemble.
Absolutely. Their controlled response and balanced timbre make them ideal for capturing subtle dynamics and complex textures in film music.
The ‘heavy’ offers greater sustain and a more powerful, focused sound; the ‘medium’ is slightly quicker and more responsive, but less resonant.
