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 1893126
Zildjian Klean Kanteen 32oz Water Bottle
Stay hydrated behind the kit with this heavy duty water bottle.
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Article number 1893127
Zildjian Klean Kanteen 20oz Tumbler
Keep your coffee hot and within arm's reach with Zildjian style.
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Article number 1890551
Zildjian ZGM General Gong Mallet
Yarn mallet for general playing on all standard gong sizes.
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Article number 1890552
Zildjian Gong Rollers
Pair of maple mallets for playing long-sustaining notes and dramatic builds on gongs.
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Article number 1880065
Zildjian Gauge 10 Hickory - Wood Tip
The 10 Gauge drumsticks provide more volume with less effort, allowing for more power with great throw and...
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Article number 1880066
Zildjian Gauge 12 Hickory - Wood Tip
The 12 Gauge drumsticks provide more volume with less effort, allowing for more power with great throw and...
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Article number 1880064
Zildjian Gauge 8 Hickory - Wood Tip
The 8 Gauge drumsticks provide great control and articulation for lower to medium volume gigs.
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Article number 1829113
Zildjian 13" 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 1829007
Zildjian Planet Z Fundamentals Pack (14/18)
Delivers the key sizes and sounds you really need! This pack includes a full sized pair of 14" hihats and a...
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Article number 1891725
Zildjian 24" Rolling Cymbal Vault
Rolling Cymbal Vault adds protection and easy mobility for your cymbals.
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Article number 188LE1003
Zildjian ROCK Z Custom Black Chroma - Wood Tip
ROCK Limited Edition Z-Custom drumsticks - Black Chroma finish.
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Article number 188LE1006
Zildjian ROCK Z Custom Gold Chroma - Wood Tip
ROCK Limited Edition Z-Custom drumsticks -Gold Chroma finish.
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Article number 1880052
Zildjian Super 5A Hickory - Wood Tip
Longer dimensions than a traditional 5A, perfect balance and an acorn bead for articulation.
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Article number 1880053
Zildjian Super 5B Hickory - Wood Tip
Longer than a regular 5B for better reach.
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Article number 1890553
Zildjian Wind Gong Mallet
Yarn mallet for more airy and delicate gong sounds.
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Article number 1890826
Zildjian Touchscreen Drummer's Gloves - Medium
The Zildjian Touchscreen Drummer's Gloves protect your hands and improve your grip while maintaining great...
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Article number 1890512
Zildjian 24" Wind Gong Etched Logo
Versatile, responsive gong with wide dynamic range.
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Article number 1890514
Zildjian Gou Gong 17" with Etched Logo
Intimate, high-fundamental pitch with a traditional use in healing.
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Article number 1890515
Zildjian Xiang Jia Gong 20" with Etched Logo
Warm, rich tones that work well in small and meditative settings.
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Article number 1890561
Zildjian Heavy Duty Gong Stand
Sturdy, lightweight and easy to roll - the ideal gong stand for gongs up to 40".
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Article number 1891220
Zildjian 6" Reflexx Conditioning Pad
6” Practice Pad with two unique surfaces.
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Article number 1824910
Zildjian 10" Zildjian ZXT Trashformer
This thin Splash cymbal may be played as they are for airy splash effects.
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Article number 1824908
Zildjian 8" Zildjian ZXT Trashformer
This thin Splash cymbal may be played as they are for airy splash effects.
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Article number 1812820
Zildjian 20" K Paper Thin Crash
Explosive, dark crash sound with quick decay