A modernized approach to entry-level bronze. Released earlier this year, Zildjian’s new I Family of cymbals was designed to provide bright and expressive sounds at ultra-affordable prices. These traditionally finished B8 bronze additions replace the discontinued ZBT series and comprise a full range of models, from a paper-thin 10″ splash up to a 22″ medium ride. The I Family is also fleshed out with a few modern effects, including 16″ and 18″ Chinas, a 17″ Trash crash, and a 14″ Trash crash that can also double as an alternative hi-hat top. We were sent a 10″ splash, 14″ regular and Mastersound hi-hats, 14″ and 17″ Trash crashes, 16″ and 18″ crashes, and a 20″ ride. Crashes All of the I Family crashes are medium thin and have a bright tone with a fast attack, shimmery sustain, and fairly fast decay. The bells are slightly flattened, and the hammering marks are […]

October 2020 Issue