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18-inch diameter
Long sustain and low fundamental. Takes a moment to open up, so it suits rolls more than accents.
Product detailSKU #1273887989548
ZildjianK Constantinople Suspended 18 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
18" hand-hammered Turkish-style suspended cymbal from Zildjian's K Constantinople line. For orchestral and studio players who need a dark, slow-blooming wash.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Orchestral suspended rolls with mallets under strings or brass
- Studio sessions needing a dark swell that decays without clutter
- Drummers wanting a low-pitched crash that stays out of the vocal range
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock or metal, where it gets buried
- Players wanting a bright, cutting attack
- Anyone needing a fast, short crash for tight stops
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Suspended cymbal
Built to be played hanging on a stand with mallets, not crashed hard with a stick shoulder.
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K Constantinople line
Zildjian's darkest, most complex K series. Lower pitch and more overtone spread than a standard A.
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$534.95 price
Sits in professional territory. You are paying for the hand work and the controlled decay.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No stand or mallets included. Budget for a boom stand and yarn mallets.
- 02Felts and a sleeve protect the bell hole. Check yours before hanging it.
- 03Hard stick crashing will crack it faster than mallet rolls.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this as a regular crash on a drum kit?
Yes, but it will feel slow and dark. It washes rather than cracks. Many players use it as a low, atmospheric crash-ride rather than a main accent cymbal.
02Does it come with a stand?
No. It ships as the cymbal alone. You need a cymbal stand with felts, sleeve and wing nut, plus mallets if you want orchestral rolls.
03What mallets should I use?
Medium yarn or cord timpani-style mallets. Harder mallets bring out more attack, softer ones give a smoother swell.
04How is this different from a Zildjian A?
The K Constantinople is darker, lower in pitch and more complex, with a slower response. A-series cymbals are brighter and cut harder.
