The Avedis Zildjian Company will introduce three new Crash cymbals to its line of K Constantinoples, 15", 17", and 19", to compliment the 16" and 18" Crashes currently in the product line.

These instruments feature a new hammering technique, an additional pin lathe on the top and bottom, and new vintage style cups (on the 15" and 17" models).

These new features allow the cymbal to maintain the dark, expressive quality of the K Constantinople line sought by drummers the world over and incorporate even more overtones and nuances.

The new pin lathe feature also gives the cymbals an appearance similar to earlier Ks from the 60’s. The 15" and 17" Crashes are thin in weight. The 19" K Constantinople Crash Ride, which provides additional performance capabilities and a left side alternative, is medium-thin in weight.

Additionally, the K Constantinople 14" HiHats, and 16" and 18" Crashes are improved, incorporating the same features as the new 15", 17", and 19" Crashes. By utilizing new hammering techniques, these Crashes open up with more dark overtones, distinction, and musicality than ever before. The new pin lathe, added to the top and bottom of each cymbal, serves as an additional tonal groove, adding to the overall complexity of the sound produced. Additionally, the new pin lathe enhances the visual appearance of these cymbals adding a vintage look of the Ks of the past. The 16" and 18” Crashes are thin in weight while the 14" Hihats have a medium-thin top and a medium bottom.

Visit Zildjian at Hall D, Booth 2940 and visit www.zildjian.com for more information.

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