Zildjian
Zildjian K Custom Special Dry HiHats 14" Hi-Hat Cymbal Pair
Zildjian K Custom Special Dry 14" hi-hats: dry and articulate, cutting stick sound, plenty of grit.
The K Custom Special Dry HiHats 14" is a dry, articulate hi-hat with cutting stick definition and a sound loaded with grit. Rated 8 for dryness and 3 for sustain, it stays tight even when opened.
What sets it apart
- Dryness rated 8, sustain of 3
- Cutting stick sound, plenty of grit
- Medium thin top, medium bottom
- K Custom Special Dry series
A hi-hat with no tail
The pair scores 6 for brightness, 8 for dryness, 6 for definition and only 3 for sustain. The sound stops quickly: a fast pattern stays clean, and a half-open hi-hat sizzles without turning into a wash.
The Special Dry spirit
Zildjian describes the series as raw and earthy: a dry, funky sound, a quick attack and lots of "dirt", for real personality. The hi-hat is its most articulate expression.
Specifications
| Diameter | 14" |
|---|---|
| Weight | Medium thin top, medium bottom |
| Family | K Custom Special Dry |
| Brightness | 6/10 |
| Dryness | 8/10 |
| Definition | 6/10 |
| Sustain | 3/10 |
| Reference | K1408 |
What it's for
- Funk, neo-soul and live hip-hop
- Fast hi-hat patterns
- Studio, for a hi-hat that does not spill over
Compared with other manufacturers
These dry or dark 14" hi-hats from other makers are comparable:
| Manufacturer | Model | Format | Stated sound |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zildjian | K Custom Special Dry HiHats | 14", pair | Dry, cutting |
| Sabian | Stratus Dry Hats | 14", pair | Compact, articulate |
| Sabian | Artisan Hats | 14", pair | Dry, dark |
| Paiste | Signature Dark Crisp Hi-Hat | 14", pair | Crisp, slightly dirty |
| Dream | Dark Matter Hi-Hats | 14", pair | Earthy, articulate |
Frequently asked questions
- Are K Custom Special Dry HiHats worth it?
- For a very dry, articulate sound, yes: dryness 8, sustain 3 and a cutting stick sound.
- 14" or 15" hi-hats?
- In the Special Dry line, Zildjian offers the 14", the most precise size under the foot.
- Is it a good hi-hat for funk?
- Zildjian describes a dry, funky sound; the short sustain keeps sixteenth notes clean.
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