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The Zildjian 20" K Custom Hybrid Ride cymbal gives you great performance possibilities, thanks to its un-lathed inner half and lathed outer half. Developed with the help of famed jazz fusion drummer Akira Jimbo, the 20" K Hybrid Ride gives you different sound dynamics and character, depending on where you choose to hit it. This ride is great for both live and studio setups, and you'll love the dimension and expression it adds to your playing. Make your drum kit better than ever with the amazing-sounding 20" K Custom Hybrid Ride!





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Zildjian 20" K Custom Hybrid Ride Cymbal at a Glance:


Great performance for contemporary styles


Cast bronze for premium tone and projection


Great performance for contemporary styles





The K Custom Series is where the Zildjian Sound Lab went into innovation overdrive. K Customs arm you with a collection of modern K voices like no other. In this range, you'll find sounds that set the standard for modern cymbal design. Whether it's the warm, shimmering tones of a ride cymbal or the complex sizzle of a pair of hi-hats, K Custom cymbals all create a uniquely beautiful sound. Many of the drummers here at Sweetwater rely on K Custom cymbals for the wide range of tones they need for contemporary music of every style.





Cast bronze for premium tone and projection





K Customs, like all Zildjian cast bronze cymbals, are individually poured and cast from raw molten metal. Each casting is cooled and sorted by weight for each cymbal model. Castings are then put through a complex sequence of heating, rolling, shaping, hammering, and lathing techniques unique to each cymbal range. Cast bronze cymbals have a rich, full-bodied sound that improves with age. They also have greater projection, clarity, and durability than any other cymbals. Zildjian cast cymbals are made from the Zildjian secret alloy, which is made of 80% copper, 20% tin, and traces of silver.





Zildjian 20" K Custom Hybrid Ride Cymbal Features:


A versatile ride cymbal that provides a great range of sonic textures


Lathed and un-lathed surfaces offer different playing dynamics


Loud volume and long sustain provide extremely full sound


Medium to high pitch blends well with most other cymbals


An exceptional ride cymbal when you need tons of range


Add exceptional expression to your kit with a Zildjian 20" K Custom Hybrid Ride!