Zildjian Ride 20" K Constantinopla Medium Thin Low
The “jewel of the crown” of the iconic cymbal maraca. Authentic works of art made one by one in very small quantities by the most recognized cymbal manufacturers in the world.
- Each cymbal has its own character.
- Incredibly versatile.
A recreation of the legendary Constantinople. Manufactured in small quantities and the result of the collaboration between the Sound Lab of Zildjian and the one and only Elvin Jones. The utmost meticulousness in the crafting of each cymbal and its completely distinctive character truly makes them masterpieces of Zildjian. Dark and evocative sounds. The favorites of many of the stars of Jazz around the world.
A complex hammering contributes to the unique sonic identity of each cymbal and to the dark tones that can be both cutting and smooth. Made in small batches using a 14-step process, each K Constantinople has its own distinctive voice.
The alloy
Known as Zildjian Secret Alloy, this B20 alloy is composed of 80% copper and a 20% of tin with traces of silver. This B20 alloy can be difficult to work with, as it requires extensive reworking and annealing due to its naturally fragile state, but Zildjian has used it for over 400 years
This versatility allows the K cymbals Constantinople to be a staple in all types of music, from jazz to rock
EAN13: 0642388188873
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