Zildjian 20" K-Custom Flat Top Ride

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Zildjian 20" K-Custom Flat Top Ride

Zildjian

20" K-Custom Flat Top Ride

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 158786
Brand: Zildjian
Model: 20" K-Custom Flat Top Ride
Price: $504.90

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This K-Custom Flat Top Ride is a serious contender for players seeking a bright, articulate ride cymbal with a gorgeous wash. It’s ideal for jazz, fusion, and contemporary styles where a defined stick sound and shimmering sustain are desired—a real favorite among top drummers for a reason.

Product Description

  • Zildjian 20" K-Custom Flat Top Ride
  • Ride Cymbal
  • K Custom series
  • Size: 20"
  • Flat top ride
  • Traditional finish
  • Played amongst others by Carter Beauford
  • Billy Drummond
  • Roy Haynes
  • Jota Morelli and Joel Rosenblatt
PROS
  • • Exceptional shimmering wash provides complex rhythmic possibilities.
  • • The flat top design delivers a focused, clear stick definition.
  • • B20 bronze alloy creates a warm, musical, and expressive tone.
  • • Hammered bell offers a bright, articulate response when played.
CONS
  • • The relatively thin profile may not suit heavier hitters or aggressive playing.
  • • K-Customs are premium-priced, representing a significant investment.
  • • The bright character might clash with darker, more vintage-sounding kits.

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Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Bright, shimmering, articulate
Bell Size 6 in
Weight Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

The newer models tend to be a bit more focused and less overtly 'splashy' than the earlier K Customs, with a more refined shimmer.
While it’s versatile, its thinner profile and bright sound might be overwhelmed by very aggressive playing; it’s best suited for more nuanced styles.
The flat top design results in a more direct, stick-focused sound with less overall complexity compared to the more sculpted K Custom rides.

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