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 1881011Zildjian Professional Wire Brushes
Traditional retractable Wire Brushes with comfortable rubber handle.
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Article number 1880253Zildjian 5A Hickory Chroma Blue
The 5A, the most popular model now available in four eye-popping colors, The Chroma Series.
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Article number 1880252Zildjian 5A Hickory Chroma Pink
The 5A, the most popular model now available in four eye-popping colors, The Chroma Series.
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Article number 1880651Zildjian 5B Antivibe - Wood Tip
Features Zildjian's vibration dampening technology of maximum comfort and control. Great for use on electronic...
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Article number 1880770Zildjian 7A Black Dip Hickory - Wood Tip
Slim profile for light touch and great articulation. With DIP grip.
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Article number 1880012Zildjian Dave Grohl Artist Series
The Dave Grohl Artist Series Drumstick model prominently features metallic, two-color artwork of Grohl’s...
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Article number 1890001Zildjian ZIEM1 Professional In-Ear Monitors
Professional In-Ear Monitors designed for musicians on stage, in the studio or while practicing.
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Article number 1853009Zildjian Gen16 Hihat Cymbal Clutch Kit
The Gen16 AE Cymbal Hi-Hat Mounting Clutch Kit is designed specifically for the AE Cymbal System. Fit most...
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Article number 1854120Zildjian Gen16 12" Buffed Bronze Splash
The Gen16 Buffed Bronze cymbal produces a richer and warmer tone then the original Gen16 nickel plated cymbal.
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Article number 1854138Zildjian Gen16 13" Buffed Bronze Hihat
The Gen16 Buffed Bronze cymbal produces a richer and warmer tone then the original Gen16 nickel plated cymbal....
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Article number 1854148Zildjian Gen16 14" Buffed Bronze Hihat
The Gen16 Buffed Bronze cymbal produces a richer and warmer tone then the original Gen16 nickel plated cymbal....
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Article number 1854161Zildjian Gen16 16" Buffed Bronze Crash
The Gen16 Buffed Bronze cymbal produces a richer and warmer tone then the original Gen16 nickel plated cymbal....
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Article number 1854163Zildjian Gen16 16" Buffed Bronze China
The Gen16 Buffed Bronze cymbal produces a richer and warmer tone then the original Gen16 nickel plated cymbal....
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Article number 1854184Zildjian Gen16 18" Buffed Bronze Crash Ride
The Gen16 Buffed Bronze cymbal produces a richer and warmer tone then the original Gen16 nickel plated cymbal....
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Article number 1854205Zildjian Gen16 20" Buffed Bronze Ride
The Gen16 Buffed Bronze cymbal produces a richer and warmer tone then the original Gen16 nickel plated cymbal....
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Article number 1853001Zildjian 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 1853002DSZildjian Gen16 Direct Source Pick-up
A one-of-a-kind pickup design for use with Gen16 A/E cymbals as well as Zildjian acoustic cymbals.
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Article number 1853004Zildjian Gen16 6ft Single Cymbal Cable
Single cable, 1,8m in length, designed to connect a Gen16 A/E Cymbal Pickup to an A/E DCP (Digital Cymbal...
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Article number 1853005Zildjian Gen16 6ft Cymbal Extension Cable
Single extension cable, 6 feet in length, designed to connect a Gen16 AE Cymbal Pickup to an AE DCP (Digital...
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Article number 1853006Zildjian Gen16 Digital Cymbal Processor Power Supply
To use for the Gen16 DCP (Digital Cymbal Processor).
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Article number 1853007Zildjian Gen16 Cymbal Mounting Kit
The AE Cymbal Mounting Kit is designed specifically for the Gen16 AE Cymbals.
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Article number 1853010Zildjian Gen16 AE Cymbal Pick-up Case
Carrying case for Gen16 Dual Condenser Microphones (G16AE002).
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Article number 1853012Zildjian Gen16 6ft Hihat Cymbal Cable
Single cable designed specifically to connect the AE Pickup used for the HiHat Cymbals (right angle) to the AE...
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Article number 1853013Zildjian Gen16 Cymbal Dampener Kit
Designed specifically for the AE Cymbal System, the dampening pin can be placed in any AE Cymbal hole to...



















