All companies have their history, the Zildjian history starts in 1623
Avedis Zildjian I (the first) was an Armenian alchemist in the city of Constantinople in the early seventeenth century. While attempting to create gold by combining base metals, he discovered an alloy of copper, tin, and traces of silver with unique sound qualities. In 1618, Avedis used his secret alloy to create cymbals of spectacular clarity and power. The sound of the instruments was so extraordinary that the Sultan invited Avedis to live at court (Topkapi Palace) to make cymbals for the Sultan's elite Janissary Bands. As Avedis' reputation grew, the Sultan gave him the name ""Zildjian"" in Armenian (Zilciyan in Turkish), a word meaning ""son of cymbal maker.""
In 1623, Avedis was granted permission to leave the palace in order to start his own business in a suburb of Constantinople named Psamatia. That same business is now nearly four centuries old and has been passed down to Zildjian heirs for fifteen generations. Relocating to America in 1929, Avedis III moved the Zildjian factory to Quincy, MA and then to its current location in Norwell, MA for Zildjian's 350th Anniversary. The business passed to Avedis' son, Armand in 1977 and then to Armand's daughter, Craigie, in 1999. Currently, Craigie and her sister Debbie continue the family tradition in what is recognized as the oldest family-owned business in America.
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Article number 1880003
Zildjian Travis Barker Black Artist Series
Designed by the super quick drummer for one of the world's most colorful bands.
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Article number 1880037
Zildjian Taylor Hawkins Artist Series
Designed by the drummer of Foo Fighters, Taylor's Artist Series Model is similar to a 5B but features a large,...
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Article number 1893902
Zildjian Cymbal Keychain
A mini Zildjian cymbal for your keyring.
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Article number 1829114
Zildjian 14" Planet Z Hi Hat Pair
The pairing of this medium weight hi-hat top and heavy hi-hat bottom delivers a great "chick" sound and...
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Article number 1829126
Zildjian 16" Planet Z Crash
This 16" crash delivers a brilliant and cutting accent. It's the perfect add on to a Planet Z Fundamentals...
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Article number 1829130
Zildjian 20" Planet Z Ride
A bright and cutting ride cymbal, capable of really cutting through the mix. Heavy weight delivers great stick...
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Article number 1890830
Zildjian Drummer's Towel Black
Keep youself dry and clean with this soft, absorbent drummer's towel.
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Article number 1891646
Zildjian Stick Bag - Purple Galaxy
A durable, functional stick bag in Purple Galaxy Finish.
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Article number 1853001
Zildjian Gen16 Cymbal 5 Channel Digital Cymbal Processor
The DCP (Digital Cymbal Processor). It's the heart of theGen16 A/E (Acoustic Electric) Cymbal System.
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Article number 1853006
Zildjian Gen16 Digital Cymbal Processor Power Supply
To use for the Gen16 DCP (Digital Cymbal Processor).
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Article number 1853007
Zildjian Gen16 Cymbal Mounting Kit
The AE Cymbal Mounting Kit is designed specifically for the Gen16 AE Cymbals.
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Article number 1853013
Zildjian Gen16 Cymbal Dampener Kit
Designed specifically for the AE Cymbal System, the dampening pin can be placed in any AE Cymbal hole to...
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Article number 1853015
Zildjian Gen16 4ft Single Cymbal Cable
Single cable, 1,2m (4ft) in length, designed to connect a Gen16 A/E Cymbal Pickup to an A/E DCP (Digital...
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Article number 1853101
Zildjian Gen16 AE-DR1 Drum Rack Short Legs
Drum Rack for electronic drum sets or acustic drumsets with bass drum up to 20", including 6 multi-clamps.
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Article number 1811118
Zildjian 20" K Constantinople Renaissance Ride
Developed in conjunction with renowned jazz drummer Adam Nussbaum, the 20” K Constantinople Renaissance Ride...
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Article number 1811101
Zildjian 22" K Constantinople Thin Over Hammered Ride
This new 22" K Constantinople is thin in weight to give it a nice dark pitch and plenty of wash.
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Article number 189ZAHC0082
Zildjian 400 Anniversary - Alchemy Classic Baseball Cap
A celebration of Zildjian’s 400th Anniversary - Limited Edition Collectors Items!
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Article number 1811250
Zildjian K1250 K Custom Hybrid Promo Pack
Value Pack. Incl. 20" Hybrid Ride, 18" Crash, 16" Hybrid Crash, and 14" Hybrid Hi-Hats. Designed with Akira...
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Article number 1811115
Zildjian 20" K Constantinople Medium Thin High Ride
Plenty of give, texture and "crashability.
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Article number 1810621
Zildjian 20" Oriental Crash of Doom
Exotic, "trashy" special effects sounds for short, sharp accents. A truly "one of a kind" monster Crash.
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Article number 1810623
Zildjian 22" Oriental Crash of Doom
The 22” FX Oriental Crash of Doom, a truly “one of a kind” monster crash.
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Article number 1893011
Zildjian T3011 Classic Logo Tee - Medium
Make Zildjian part of your everyday style with this classic black tee.
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Article number 1893010
Zildjian T3010 Classic Logo Tee - Small
Make Zildjian part of your everyday style with this classic black tee.
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Article number 1811022
Zildjian 16" K Constantinople Suspended
Specially designed in close association with the world's top drum corps specialists. Thin to medium-thin with...