Thin B8 China with a Traditional Finish
Zildjian’s I Family of cymbals beckons drummers to explore new Zildjian sizes and designs without breaking the bank. The 16-inch Zildjian I China gives you high output and expression thanks to its thin-weight B8 bronze construction. Small-bore hammering across the entire face of the cymbal, as well as a fully lathed playing surface, lends the 16-inch Zildjian I China a fast, glassy bite that can really stand out in a mix. A medium-sheen, traditional finish gives this cymbal a look that will be right at home among the rest of your Zildjian collection.
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Zildjian I Series: an overview
Zildjian’s intrepid I Series cymbals are thinly crafted from bold, cutting B8 bronze and treated to extensive small, round hammering to unlock the rich musical character within. Fully lathed surfaces give each cymbal in the line a glassy response, while thin weights and slim profiles provide maturity and expression that can normally be lacking in this price range. If you’re a drummer who’s looking to round out a cymbal collection or branch out into trash crashes and mastersound hi-hats, the Zildjian I Family of cymbals comes highly recommended by drummers at Sweetwater.
Inspiration at every turn
The “I” in “I Series” comes from ilham, the Turkish word for inspiration. We feel this is a fitting name, not only for the sonic variety to be found in this cymbal series, but also for the value it offers in its price point.
Zildjian I Series 16-inch China Cymbal Features:
- 16-inch china from the I Family of cymbals
- Made from bold, cutting B8 bronze (92% copper, 8% tin)
- Thin weight maximizes expression
- Precise, small-bore round hammering unlocks the musical character within
- Fully lathed surface provides a glassy bite
- Eye-catching traditional finish
