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Used Zildjian 14 inch A Custom Hi-hat Cymbals
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Item Description
Listed 4 days ago
Zildjian A Custom 14” Hi-Hats – Brilliant Finish – Very Good Condition – Studio-Used – A20510
Very Good Condition – Studio-Used – No Cracks, Keyholing or Edge Damage
Listed by Nick’s Drum Gear – Collector-Grade Cymbals, Professionally Curated – Home of the STR Rating
These 14” Zildjian A Custom Hi-Hats deliver the polished, glassy studio voice that made the A Custom line one of the most recorded cymbal series of the modern era. Crisp, articulate, bright, and highly responsive, these hats provide a clean “chick,” smooth stick definition, and controlled shimmer that works exceptionally well in both live and studio environments.
This pair came from our studio setup and shows cosmetic signs of careful use, including stick marks, fingerprints, light finish wear, and normal surface patina consistent with studio-played brilliant-finish hi-hats. Structurally excellent with no cracks, flea bites, or keyholing.
These remain highly musical and versatile hats that blend modern brightness with refined control.
STR Rating (Style • Tonality • Response)
Style: 5/5
One of the most versatile modern hi-hat designs ever produced. Excellent for live and studio use across multiple genres.
Tonality: 4/5
Bright, glassy, and polished with smooth shimmer and controlled overtones.
Response: 5/5
Fast, articulate response with crisp pedal definition and smooth stick attack.
Genre Match
Rock: 5/5
Excellent projection and articulation without becoming overly harsh.
Pop: 5/5
Classic polished studio hi-hat sound that sits perfectly in modern mixes.
Worship: 5/5
Smooth shimmer and controlled top-end work exceptionally well in layered environments.
Country: 5/5
Clean stick response and articulate foot control suit modern country perfectly.
Fusion: 4/5
Quick response and refined articulation support detailed sticking patterns.
Jazz: 3/5
More modern and polished than traditional jazz hats, but very usable in contemporary settings.
Specifications
• Model: A20510
• Series: A Custom
• Size: 14” Hi-Hats
• Weight: Medium Thin Top / Medium Bottom
• Finish: Brilliant
• Material: B20 Bronze Alloy
• Made in USA
Sound Profile
The A Custom Hi-Hats are known for their smooth, refined voice and excellent recording characteristics. The lighter top cymbal keeps the response quick and delicate while the slightly heavier bottom cymbal provides a crisp, clean foot response with excellent articulation.
These hats maintain clarity under heavier playing while still remaining musical and controlled at lower volumes. The brilliant finish and lower profile contribute to their signature glassy top-end and polished studio character.
Nick’s Notes
These have been part of our studio inventory and remain a great example of why A Customs became so dominant in recording environments for decades.
They are responsive, easy to mix, and immediately familiar sounding. If you need hi-hats that simply work across almost any modern genre, these are hard to beat.
Shipping Assurance
Ships fast, packed securely and insured.
Every item ships using NDG’s Structural Immobilization Method, engineered to eliminate internal movement and reduce transit risk.
Buyers frequently comment on the meticulous care and stability of our packing process.
Note: As with many brilliant-finish cymbals, cosmetic stick marks, fingerprints, finish variation, and normal manufacturing/tooling characteristics may be visible under direct lighting and close inspection.
STR = Style, Tonality & Response — Nick’s Drum Gear’s exclusive system to help players match cymbals to real-world playing applications.
Very Good Condition – Studio-Used – No Cracks, Keyholing or Edge Damage
Listed by Nick’s Drum Gear – Collector-Grade Cymbals, Professionally Curated – Home of the STR Rating
These 14” Zildjian A Custom Hi-Hats deliver the polished, glassy studio voice that made the A Custom line one of the most recorded cymbal series of the modern era. Crisp, articulate, bright, and highly responsive, these hats provide a clean “chick,” smooth stick definition, and controlled shimmer that works exceptionally well in both live and studio environments.
This pair came from our studio setup and shows cosmetic signs of careful use, including stick marks, fingerprints, light finish wear, and normal surface patina consistent with studio-played brilliant-finish hi-hats. Structurally excellent with no cracks, flea bites, or keyholing.
These remain highly musical and versatile hats that blend modern brightness with refined control.
STR Rating (Style • Tonality • Response)
Style: 5/5
One of the most versatile modern hi-hat designs ever produced. Excellent for live and studio use across multiple genres.
Tonality: 4/5
Bright, glassy, and polished with smooth shimmer and controlled overtones.
Response: 5/5
Fast, articulate response with crisp pedal definition and smooth stick attack.
Genre Match
Rock: 5/5
Excellent projection and articulation without becoming overly harsh.
Pop: 5/5
Classic polished studio hi-hat sound that sits perfectly in modern mixes.
Worship: 5/5
Smooth shimmer and controlled top-end work exceptionally well in layered environments.
Country: 5/5
Clean stick response and articulate foot control suit modern country perfectly.
Fusion: 4/5
Quick response and refined articulation support detailed sticking patterns.
Jazz: 3/5
More modern and polished than traditional jazz hats, but very usable in contemporary settings.
Specifications
• Model: A20510
• Series: A Custom
• Size: 14” Hi-Hats
• Weight: Medium Thin Top / Medium Bottom
• Finish: Brilliant
• Material: B20 Bronze Alloy
• Made in USA
Sound Profile
The A Custom Hi-Hats are known for their smooth, refined voice and excellent recording characteristics. The lighter top cymbal keeps the response quick and delicate while the slightly heavier bottom cymbal provides a crisp, clean foot response with excellent articulation.
These hats maintain clarity under heavier playing while still remaining musical and controlled at lower volumes. The brilliant finish and lower profile contribute to their signature glassy top-end and polished studio character.
Nick’s Notes
These have been part of our studio inventory and remain a great example of why A Customs became so dominant in recording environments for decades.
They are responsive, easy to mix, and immediately familiar sounding. If you need hi-hats that simply work across almost any modern genre, these are hard to beat.
Shipping Assurance
Ships fast, packed securely and insured.
Every item ships using NDG’s Structural Immobilization Method, engineered to eliminate internal movement and reduce transit risk.
Buyers frequently comment on the meticulous care and stability of our packing process.
Note: As with many brilliant-finish cymbals, cosmetic stick marks, fingerprints, finish variation, and normal manufacturing/tooling characteristics may be visible under direct lighting and close inspection.
STR = Style, Tonality & Response — Nick’s Drum Gear’s exclusive system to help players match cymbals to real-world playing applications.
