Zildjian Z Custom Hihat

Zildjian Z Custom HiHats: Bright and Cutting Hi-Hat Cymbals with Defined Chick, Powerful Wash, and Brilliant Finish

The Zildjian Z Custom HiHats are designed for drummers seeking bright, articulate hi-hat sounds with powerful projection, making them well suited for Metal, Punk, Hard Rock, and demanding live performances. Each pair combines a Medium Heavy top cymbal with a Heavy bottom cymbal, delivering a defined foot chick and crisp stick tick for precise rhythmic articulation. When played open, these hi-hats produce a full, powerful wash that adds intensity to energetic musical passages. Featuring a polished Brilliant finish and the distinctive star-pattern hammering associated with the Z Custom series, these cymbals combine recognizable visual styling with a sound designed to cut through dense band mixes. Available in 14-inch and 15-inch sizes, each option is sold separately as one complete hi-hat pair consisting of a top and bottom cymbal.

Key Features

• Bright & Cutting Sound: Delivers a bright, articulate sound with strong projection, helping hi-hat patterns remain clearly audible in loud and dense band mixes.
• Defined Chick & Tick: Produces a pronounced foot chick and crisp stick tick, supporting precise rhythmic articulation and detailed hi-hat playing.
• Medium Heavy Top Cymbal: Features a Medium Heavy top cymbal designed to provide clear articulation and a solid response during demanding performances.
• Heavy Bottom Cymbal: Includes a Heavy bottom cymbal that contributes to a powerful hi-hat response and a defined sound when the cymbals are closed with the foot pedal.
• Full Open Hi-Hat Wash: Produces a full and powerful wash when played open, adding energy and intensity to aggressive grooves and musical transitions.
• Brilliant Finish: Features a polished Brilliant finish that creates a striking visual appearance on stage and complements the distinctive Z Custom design.
• Star-Pattern Hammering: Showcases the signature star-pattern hammering associated with the Z Custom series, providing a recognizable appearance inspired by the original Z Custom cymbals.
• Live Performance Focus: Designed for high-energy live playing where powerful projection, clear articulation, and strong rhythmic definition are essential.
• Heavy Music Applications: Well suited for Metal, Punk, and Hard Rock, supporting tight closed hi-hat patterns and powerful open hi-hat accents.
• Two Size Options: Available in 14″ and 15″ sizes, allowing drummers to choose the hi-hat size that best suits their playing preferences and drum setup.
• Matched Hi-Hat Pair: Each selected size includes one Medium Heavy top cymbal and one Heavy bottom cymbal, for a total of two cymbals per pair. Sizes are sold separately, not as a combined 14″ and 15″ set.

Zildjian Z Custom HiHats: Powerful Projection, Crisp Articulation, and Full Open Hi-Hat Sound

The Zildjian Z Custom HiHats combine bright tonal characteristics, cutting projection, and a powerful response for drummers performing heavy and high-energy music. The pairing of a Medium Heavy top cymbal and a Heavy bottom cymbal delivers a defined foot chick, crisp stick tick, and full open hi-hat wash, making these cymbals suitable for both precise grooves and aggressive accents. Finished with a Brilliant surface and signature star-pattern hammering, they retain the distinctive look of the Z Custom series. Available in 14″ and 15″ sizes, each option includes one complete hi-hat pair with two cymbals, making them a suitable choice for Metal, Punk, Hard Rock, and live performance applications.