Zildjian 20" Kerope Med. Thin High Ride

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Zildjian 20" Kerope Med. Thin High Ride

Zildjian

20" Kerope Med. Thin High Ride

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 617671
Brand: Zildjian
Model: 20" Kerope Med. Thin High Ride
Price: $1,274.90

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This Kerope ride is a real character piece – it’s got that classic Zildjian warmth, but with a surprisingly articulate stick response thanks to the medium-heavy weight. Perfect for players who want a controllable ride that can also handle some crash duties, especially in jazz, funk, and rock settings where you need a touch of vintage vibe.

Product Description

  • Zildjian 20" Kerope Med. Thin High Ride
  • Ride Cymbal
  • Size: 20"
  • Kerope series
  • Traditional finish
  • Weight: Medium heavy
  • A controllable ride cymbal
  • also suitable for use as a crash cymbal
  • featuring a higher fundamental tone and a clear stick response
  • Very good playing feel and control
  • Warm
  • complex sound with dark textures and rich tonal variety when used as crash cymbal
  • Traditional deep bevel facilitates playing with brushes
  • Signed by Craigie Zildjian and engraved with the Zildjian logo
PROS
  • • Kerope hammering delivers complex overtones and a unique wash.
  • • Medium-heavy weight provides excellent stick definition and control.
  • • Traditional finish offers a warm, vintage-inspired sonic character.
  • • Deep bevel facilitates nuanced playing with brushes and sticks.
CONS
  • • The higher fundamental tone might be too bright for some genres.
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many drummers.
  • • While crashable, the heavier weight limits its delicate crash response.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Warm, complex, dark textures, higher fundamental
Bell Size Approximately 8 in
Weight Medium Heavy

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Kerope hammering creates a more complex, swirling wash and a richer harmonic content, distinct from the more focused sounds of the A or K Custom series.
While versatile, the medium-heavy weight and higher fundamental mean it’s best suited for mid-to-loud volumes; quieter acoustic jazz might require careful dynamic control.
Traditional finishes are inherently less resistant to scratches than lathed or brilliant finishes, but this adds to its vintage aesthetic and sonic qualities; it's about character, not pristine condition.

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