Zildjian 21" A-Serie Ultra Hammer China

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Zildjian 21" A-Serie Ultra Hammer China

Zildjian

21" A-Serie Ultra Hammer China

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 313971
Brand: Zildjian
Model: 21" A-Serie Ultra Hammer China
Price: $460.90

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This 21-inch A Series China is a beast – seriously loud and full of character. It’s perfect for rock, metal, and any genre needing a raw, impactful accent. If you’re looking for a China that cuts through a dense mix, this one’s a solid choice.

Product Description

  • Zildjian 21" A-Serie Ultra Hammer China
  • China
  • A series
  • Ultra hammered
  • Brilliant finish
  • B20 alloy
  • Small bell
  • Loud and trashy China cymbal with inverted "volcano" bell
PROS
  • • B20 bronze alloy delivers a complex, shimmering wash.
  • • Ultra-hammering creates a uniquely trashy, explosive sound.
  • • Inverted involcanoin bell provides a focused, piercing accent.
  • • A Series quality ensures consistent performance and durability.
CONS
  • • Can be overly aggressive for quieter, more nuanced musical styles.
  • • The large size makes it less practical for smaller kits or tighter stages.
  • • The brilliant finish shows marks and wear relatively easily.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 21 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Brilliant
Sound Character Loud, trashy, explosive with a piercing bell
Weight Medium-Heavy

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Frequently Asked Questions

The A Series Ultra Hammer China is generally louder and more aggressive, lacking the K Custom’s warmer, more mellow undertones.
No, the hammering pattern varies slightly on each cymbal, contributing to individual sonic nuances – no two are exactly alike.
While versatile, its aggressive nature might overpower a jazz kit; consider a smaller or more controlled China for that application.

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