Zultan 17" Raw China
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Zultan
17" Raw China
Product Info
Article Number:
398426
Brand:
Zultan
Model:
17" Raw China
Category:
17" China Cymbals
Price:
$174.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Zultan 17-inch Raw China is a solid choice for drummers seeking a musical, controlled sound without excessive wash. It's great for rock, funk, and even some orchestral work where a more earthy, understated china sound is needed – a really good value for the money.
Product Description
- Zultan 17" Raw China
- China Cymbal
- Size: 17"
- Raw Series
- 100% Hand-hammered
- Material: B20 bronze
- Dark
- warm and full sound
- Great musicality
- The non-lathed surface results in a dry
- earthy sound with little overtone
- Compact sound with awesome stick definition
PROS
- • Hand-hammering creates complex overtones, despite the 'raw' nature.
- • B20 bronze offers a warm, full tonal base for versatility.
- • The unlathed surface delivers a drier, more controlled wash.
- • 17-inch size is manageable, ideal for tighter spaces and quicker swells.
CONS
- • Raw finish lacks the visual appeal of polished cymbals.
- • Limited projection compared to thinner, more aggressively cut china cymbals.
- • The dry sound might not suit all genres – less wash for splashy effects.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
17 in
Material
B20 bronze
Finish
Raw (unlathed)
Sound Character
Dark, warm, full, dry
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
The raw finish, lacking a protective layer of lathing, makes it slightly more susceptible to minor surface scratches, but overall it’s surprisingly durable if handled with care.
While it's durable, the drier sound and medium weight mean it won't project as intensely as a thinner, more aggressively voiced china – better for nuanced playing than full-on metal.
No, this cymbal is designed for a drier, more focused sound. If you want a washier sound, consider a larger size or a more aggressively cut china.
