Zildjian K Constantinople 20" Renaissance Ride

The Zildjian 20” K Constantinople Renaissance Ride offers a full, weighty, dark tone with a controlled washy sustain. Ideal for jazz, this crash offers a versatility of tone with superb crashability for an overall compact, contained sound.

Zildjian K Con Renaissance Ride

Designed in conjunction with renowned jazz drummer Adam Nussbaum of The Leadbelly Project amongst others, this 20” Renaissance Ride perfectly complements the 22” version.

The Zildjian 20” Renaissance Ride features a slightly smaller bell than the 22” model and it’s more integrated into the cymbal for a less chime like tone.

The 20” ride also features more over hammered areas which not only provide a distinctive aesthetic but also allows for a much more contained sound.

Ideal for drummers of all skills levels, this Zildjian 20” K Constantinople Renaissance Ride offers a distinctive look and a versatile tone.

Zildjian 20” K Constantinople Renaissance Ride Specifications:

• Traditional Finish
• Mid Sound
• Medium Thin Weight
• Low to Mid Pitch
• General Volume

Weighty, Washy Dark Tone

Ideal for a wide range of musical styles, but particularly great for jazz, the Zildjian 20” K Constantinople Renaissance Ride for a robust, weighty, distinctive tone.

It has a sound that defies its medium thin weight, offering a dark, thick, washy sound.

With a clean stick definition ideal for the common intricate ride patterns found in Jazz styles, over a dark, well controlled long sustain, the K Con Renaissance Ride stands out from the crowd.

The thin medium weight of this ride cymbal makes it extremely responsive for a playing feel that reacts quickly but remains controlled.

The small, integrated bell of this Zildjian K Con ride provides a full, dark, chucky tone that cuts through without being too sharp.

The Zildjian K Con Renaissance is a ride cymbal that both sound and feels great to play.

Versatile Crashability

Extremely versatile, the Zildjian K Renaissance ride has a crash-like thin weight allowing it to open up really well when played at the edge.

This offers superb playing flexibility, allowing the drummer to easily switch between intricate ride patterns and full, robust, bursting crashes.

The responsive feel of the cymbal means it opens up well but never becomes overpowering both in terms of sound and playing feel.

Brilliant for smaller set ups, if you only have room for one cymbal at your jazz gig, the Zildjian K Constantinople Renaissance Ride will serve you extremely well for both riding and crashing.

Complex Hammering Process

The Zildjian K Con series is the pinnacle of Zildjian K cymbal line.

Perfectly blending robust quality and beautiful sound to create a ride cymbal that you’ll be proud to play.

The Zildjian 20” K Constantinople Renaissance Ride was created using a complex hammering process which serves to provide this range with a unique sonic identity filled with dark tone and simultaneous cut and smoothness.

Only made in small batches to ensure the highest quality standards are maintained, the Zildjian K Constantinople series goes through a 14-step process that allows each unique cymbal to have its own signature voice.

Add to that the additional clusters of over hand hammering and the more pronounced lathing of the K Con Renaissance ride and you have a cymbal with a truly stand out sound.

If you want to try out this ride before you buy, go into your Local PMT Store and speak to one of our in-store PMT House of Drums experts about having a demo.

Summary

If you’re in need of a great all-round jazz ride, the Zildjian K Constantinople Renaissance ride is a brilliant choice.

With a versatile defined stick articulation, a warm, washing sustain, a weighty bell tone and brilliant crashability, the Zildjian K Con Renaissance is a great addition to any drummer’s setup.

Be ready for anything at your next jazz gig with the Zildjian K Constantinople 20” Renaissance Ride.

Zildjian K Constantinople 14” Hi-Hats Key Features:
 

• Warm Dark Tone
• Long Washing Sustain
• Great Crashability
• Weighty Bell
• Traditional Finish
• Medium Thin Weight
• Low to Mid Pitch
• Clusters of Over-Hammering
• Pronounce Lathing
• Good for General Volume Settings
• Peak of the Zildjian K Range