I Family
The I Family is a collection of expressive sounds designed
for the drummer who is looking to graduate from the
fundamental sizes and sounds and bring their playing to the
next level. The series features modern weights and profiles,
and fresh effects sounds. “Cymbal trends are always
changing, and as popular as ZBT has been since its debut
in 1998, we realized that it wasn’t delivering everything
today’s drummers were asking for”, says Andy Tamulynas,
Global Category Manager, Zildjian Cymbals. “With the
development of the I Family, we really started from the
ground up and challenged what a B8 cymbal could be. The I
Family is going to be a game-changer.
The thinner weights, modern profiles, and unique special
effect options are really going to allow intermediate
drummers to carve out their own voice in a way that just
wasn’t possible before.” The I Family launches with a 10”
splash, 14”, 16”, 17”, 18”, 19” crashes, 18” and 20” crash rides,
20” and 22” rides, 13” and 14” hi-hats, 14” master sound hi
hats, a 14” trash crash / hihat top, a 17” trash crash, and 16”
and 18” china’s. The I Family is also offered as a
band pair, available in 14” and 16” sizes.
A variety of configurations of cymbals
are offered in 6 cymbal packs.
quickly. And for the non-beginner who is just looking for
a good value on a solid set of cymbals, Planet Z delivers all
the standard sizes and sounds you need to tackle any kind
of music,” says Tamulynas. Planet Z has been trimmed to
offer the essentials – available in a 10” splash, 16” crash, 18”
crash ride, 20” ride, 13” and 14” hi-hats, and an 18” china.
A variety of configurations are offered in 3 cymbal packs,
making it easy to create a full set-up.
Planet Z and the I Family of cymbals are entry points into
the Zildjian family of cymbals. As drummers seek their
sound, they’re able to evolve, expand, and explore further
within Zildjian – adding versatility with the S Family of
cymbals, complementing sounds with the addition of the
FX line, and exploring further into the complex sounds of
the A and K
Families of
cymbals.
Planet Z has been refreshed
in 2020, updating its alloy,
look, and sound to match the
needs of drummers today.
Crafted from brass, Planet
Z continues to be bright
and cutting, with a more
controlled and focused
sound. Planet Z also remains
versatile, offering the
standard sizes and sounds
that can tackle any style of
music. This makes Planet Z
ideal for drummers looking to
start their musical journey, as
well as those drummers looking
for a bright cymbal sounds that
cut through a mix. “Brass is an ideal
material for entry-level cymbals because
of its controlled sustain. The reduced wash
makes it easy for the drummer to hear exactly
what’s being played so that they can learn more
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