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Lighter, Darker Hats from the K Series





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The 14-inch K Zildjian Light Hi-hats let you tap into the expressive K series sound, with a lighter, darker character than traditional hats. Originally developed by Kerope Zildjian in 19th-century Turkey, the deep, dry, and shimmering sound of K series cymbals have been a mainstay of jazz drumming, finding favor among such legendary drummers as Art Blakey, Elvin Jones, and Tony Williams. Thanks to its medium top/heavy bottom configuration, you can count on your 14-inch K Zildjian Light Hi-hat pair to deliver a solid "chick" sound, a dark tone, and a fast decay. Discover a whole new range of hi-hat sound ? order your 14-inch K Zildjian Light Hi-hats from Sweetwater today.





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Made from a secret alloy (comprised of copper, tin, and traces of silver), this 14-inch K Zildjian Light Hi-hat pair was individually cast and shaped via a complex sequence of heating, rolling, shaping, hammering, and lathing. It's painstaking techniques and traditional methods like this that give each 14-inch K Zildjian Light Hi-hat pair its unique tone and broad range of expression. Cast bronze cymbals such as these 14-inch K Zildjian Light Hi-hats present you with a rich, full-bodied sound that only improves with age. They also provide you with exceptional projection, clarity, and durability that far outstrips most other cymbals.





Zildjian 14-inch K Light Hi-hat Cymbals Features:


A darker, lighter side of the K series


Medium-thin top, medium bottom


A great set of hi-hats for jazz and other contemporary musical styles


Hammered and lathed surface allows sound to ring out with full dynamic expression


Traditional finish looks stunning and patinas naturally


Perfect for players of all skill levels


Made using traditional techniques developed in the 19th-century by Kerope Zildjian