General
This 15-inch Thin Crash cymbal from the Zildjian S Family series has a sound that's almost as bright as its brilliant finish. That's down to the fact its made from a B12 bronze alloy. Because it's so thin, it has a highly-accurate response, even when played at lower volumes. Its thin weight also keeps the sustain and the reverb short. The pitch is high, which makes this cymbal suitable for all genres of music including pop and rock. Any drummer will be able to appreciate the sound of this Thin Crash cymbal!
Zildjian S Family
Zildjian S Family cymbals are made of B12 alloy, which consists of 88% copper and 12% tin. In order to achieve a new and modern sound from an age-old material, developers in the Zildjian sound lab experimented with different techniques over the course of two whole years! During that time, they created and tested various designs in the lab as well as in the field, so to speak. The S Family series adds a unique, bright sound to the Zildjian assortment.
Sound characteristics of the S Family series
For starters, the cymbals have a brilliant finish. They have an overwhelmingly clear and expressive sound, and an average volume level range. If we compare the cymbals from the K Custom series, which are all made of B20 alloy, then it would be safe to say the S Family cymbals boast more clarity and focus. This has to do with the ratio of copper to tin, as well as the production techniques. At the end of the day, Zildjian's S Family cymbals offer a well-balanced frequency response, making them suitable for just about any style of music you can think of!
