Zildjian A custom's

**Lafirin** · 12-21-2007, 09:02 AM

my music store FINAILLY got some good cymbals in for me to test, they were 20" medium A cust, 16" 18" a cust crash's and a 12" splash i think.. and i was surprised by there sound. there almost brighter than my AAX's. but i actually like my AAX's better then the A cust cymbals, which surprised me for some reason. im not saying there bad, the sound was awsome bright and crisp.

**backtodrum** · 12-21-2007, 10:17 AM

They are great cymbals, they are what I use and I am always impressed when I listen to what they sound like recorded when we record our shows.

**pastor_bob** · 12-21-2007, 01:41 PM

I didn't think I wanted the A Customs until I went to the music store, and just started puttin' my sticks on the different cymbals. I'll probably mix up my cymbals some, but I love the 16" A Custom Crash, and the 18" A Custom Fast Crash. I'm not real fond of the A Custom rides though; they just sound a bit too bright for my ears.

**Kryshah** · 12-22-2007, 08:33 AM

I have 14" A Cust hats, 16" A cust crash, and two A cust rides, 20", and 22". I almost think they're too bright. They're very peircing in my basement. Kind of hurts the ears a bit... which is why I use the B8's most of the time.

**backtodrum** · 12-22-2007, 12:20 PM

Krashah, I don't mean this anyway disrespectful, but wow, you are the only person I have ever heard of that would prefer the sound of a B8 over an A custom. really a basement isn't the place to judge though. Try them on stage I'll bet your feelings will change.

**Kryshah** · 12-22-2007, 12:30 PM

Originally Posted by backtodrum

Krashah, I don't mean this anyway disrespectful, but wow, you are the only person I have ever heard of that would prefer the sound of a B8 over an A custom. really a basement isn't the place to judge though. Try them on stage I'll bet your feelings will change.

I fully agree, The only reason I prefer the B8's is the horrible acoustics of my basement. The A's are just too loud, while the B8's have quick decay, and are kindof washy, so they aren't quite as audibly offensive. In fact, we have a 22" A custom ping at church, and I took my 16" A custom crash to the church for a while, and those two sound astounding in the church.

**PHROGGE** · 12-24-2007, 02:43 AM

"back...." Make That 2 Because I'm Wif Kryshah....when I Went To Ahead Sticks I Gave Up My A Custom 20" Ride For A Sabian B8 I Bought @ A Pawnshop For $20 Becuase The Cymabal Sounds Different Wif Da Sticks I Mentioned.....i Also Use A Chad Smith 21 1/2" Crash Cymabal As Aride For The Same Reason...a Power Rock Bud Of Mine Uses A Custom 20"'s For Crashes And Was Scared @ How Loud My" Chad Smith" Was And Gave It Back,,,,I STILL HAVE 17"&18" A CUSTOM PROJECTOR CRASHES AND LUBS EM TO DEATH.....SAID AGAIN,,,,BEUTY IS IN THE EAR OF THE BEHOLDER,,,ENJOY EM ALL....

**saturn** · 12-24-2007, 02:51 PM

I have a 16"&17" A custom crash cymbals and i'm very happy but i have to say that i prefer the Avedis Zildjian series specialy when i play in small gigs without microphones

**DeathMetalDrummer** · 03-15-2008, 10:35 AM

i have a 14 inch A custom fast crash and i love it, but i wish it was a 16 or 18

**totti** · 03-15-2008, 11:38 AM

i have a 14 inch A custom fast crash and i love it

Wow...That sure a cool stuff....
I looking for 16" Fast Crash of A custom...It sound very brght...

HBdrummer · 03-15-2008, 01:43 PM

Originally Posted by pastor_bob

I didn't think I wanted the A Customs until I went to the music store, and just started puttin' my sticks on the different cymbals. I'll probably mix up my cymbals some, but I love the 16" A Custom Crash, and the 18" A Custom Fast Crash. I'm not real fond of the A Custom rides though; they just sound a bit too bright for my ears.

I found that as I get alittle older (read;experienced) and have a more discerning ear, my cymbal choices are pretty mixed as well. I have 1 A custom (17" crash) that I absolutely love. I also own an A 16" thin, K custom Dark 17", 18" K custom sessions ride, K 10" splash, and 13.25" K custom Hybrid hats. The A custom def. has it's place in my set up! Great cymbals!

**The Dant** · 03-17-2008, 09:21 AM

Just got some A Custom 14" hats after using Quick Beats for ages - should've changed sooner, really! I love the extra brightness the A Customs give me - actually I've now got A Customs throughout...very fond of my 17" Projection Crash and 18" Fast Crash!! Guess I've always preferred crashes that give you instant sound.

I use an 18" Crash/Ride as well in A Custom, but I remember trying a friend's kit years ago and he had a Sabian Leopard 20" Ride that I thought sounded gorgeous - great 'ping' to it.

Cheers!

Ian ('Peter' in DTK)

**peach_tx** · 03-17-2008, 10:48 AM

I use all A Customs: 20" ride, 18" crash, 17" projection crash, 15" crash, 14" hi hats, 10" splash, 8" splash.
I love them and wouldn't trade them for anything. I like the brightness and shimmer; I play with a pretty loud band and need to get 'over the top' of the guitars...

BTW there is a big difference in sound when A Customs are freshly cleaned as opposed to grungy; I guess it has to do with the finish, but it seems like there is a bigger difference in sound with A Customs as opposed to other cymbals I've used...

**funkymcstain** · 03-17-2008, 11:14 AM

Originally Posted by HBdrummer

I found that as I get alittle older (read;experienced) and have a more discerning ear, my cymbal choices are pretty mixed as well. I have 1 A custom (17" crash) that I absolutely love. I also own an A 16" thin, K custom Dark 17", 18" K custom sessions ride, K 10" splash, and 13.25" K custom Hybrid hats. The A custom def. has it's place in my set up! Great cymbals!

you have good taste my man, i have the first 3 cymbals you listed there.

i have 2 a custom crashes. the 17" & 18" that i use when playing anything loud. unfortunately they havnt been getting much love in the blues band im playing with most of the time now. the k custom darks are good for that kinda stuff.

**STICKSWIZZARDDRAGON** · 03-17-2008, 04:04 PM

HOLA como estas' LAFIRIN CREATIVE ARTISTIC ARTIST DRUMMER(CAT) I love ALL My ZILJIAN CUSTOMS *VERY (HOT-CYMBALS)..

**Pearldrummer13** · 03-22-2008, 02:41 PM

I love the sound of the a custom 14in hats
they are amazing
although I don't own them myself, I've played on them and would love to own a pair

**DeathMetalDrummer** · 06-08-2008, 08:29 AM

i might get an A custom splash

**Riouel** · 06-09-2008, 06:52 PM

i have a 14 fast crash
15 crash
16 crash
17 crash all A custom

i will buy 18 fast crash soon

now i need to get some good splash but i didn't like the a custom splash

i am a zildjian guy should a go whith the K ???

or sabian aax or hh sabian

any suggest are welcome ????

**gonefishin** · 06-09-2008, 07:03 PM

Originally Posted by DeathMetalDrummer

i might get an A custom splash

I have a 6" , my next one is gonna be a 12" splash

**simon** · 06-09-2008, 11:31 PM

i have a 8" which i love, also 20" ride and 13" hats. everything else is k or avedis i will be on the lookout for a 18" a custom tho.

**crazydrummer** · 06-10-2008, 07:30 AM

Originally Posted by Pearldrummer13

I love the sound of the a custom 14in hats
they are amazing
although I don't own them myself, I've played on them and would love to own a pair

got the a custom new beat hi hats.....nasty beasts! sound real well miked too......

**DeathMetalDrummer** · 06-10-2008, 10:34 AM

Originally Posted by gonefishin

I have a 6" , my next one is gonna be a 12" splash

Ive been considering either an 8" or 10" most likely a 10"

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