Zildjian Z Custom China Cymbal 18 in.

The Zildjian Z Custom China cymbal marks the triumphant revival of one of the most iconic and requested cymbal families in the company’s storied history. Revered for its bright, cutting tone that explodes with aggression, the new Z Custom China delivers the power, projection and versatility modern metal, hard rock and punk drummers crave. Optimized for extreme volumes without sacrificing feel, this cymbal is built to unleash your thunderous grooves and blistering accents.

Scorching Tone Cuts Through Dense Mixes

As soon as you strike the Z Custom China, its searing attack slices through the densest sonic assaults. The bright, explosive tone penetrates the wall of distortion from stacks of guitar amps. Thunderous bass drops can’t overpower this China’s piercing presenceand the cymbal’s high-frequency sustain carries each accent for miles without getting buried in the mix. Whether punishing the downbeats or unleashing rapid-fire blast beats, the Z Custom China’s aggressive voice will never go unheard.

Hammered Star Pattern Enhances Response and Musicality

The Z Custom China’s hammered star pattern may look menacingly stellar, but it’s an ingenious design that enhances this cymbal’s musicality. The intricate lathing pattern delivers a faster response with each stroke, allowing greater precision and nuance across accents and choked patterns. You’ll appreciate the cymbal’s increased dynamic rangeit goes from a whisper to a scream with ease. And the star pattern’s unique sonic character adds a rich overtone bloom that prevents the China’s tone from going one-dimensional.

Reinforced for Aggressive Thrash and Blast Playing

Zildjian purpose built the Z Custom China to withstand the most aggressive playing styles. Increased ductility allows the cymbal to flex and bend under the heaviest battering without cracking. The profile and bell shape focus the cymbal’s energy for maximum projection and volume without warping. And the optimized weight provides enough mass for deep, complex overtones, while still feeling nimble for effortless chokes and rapid stickwork. Whether thrashing or unleashing relentless rolls on tour after tour, this China will remain a reliable tone machine.

Versatile Voice for Extreme Genres

While the Z Custom line was born in the ’80s metal scene, its powerful voice translates to modern punk, hardcore and other aggressive genres. The China’s brilliant finish and bold aesthetic match its intense sonic personality. Metalcore bands will appreciate the cymbal’s ability to cut through walls of breakdowns. Its fast response suits the frenetic patterns of mathcore and djent. And the complex, sustained overtones add grit and dimension to metallic hardcore. No matter how extreme your style gets, the Z Custom China keeps up.

Drummers, prepare to be blown away by the revamped Z Custom China cymbal from Zildjian. After a long hiatus, this treasured line is back with a vengeance, combining the intense volume and projection of the original with a musical versatility that today’s heavy bands demand. With the Z Custom China’s scorching attack and reinforced durability, your most brutal grooves and fills will finally get the firepower they deserve.