Zildjian K Paper Thin 21" Crash Cymbal

Zildjian began offering Paper Thin cymbals as early as the 1950's. After an exhaustive review of over 70 years in cymbal trends for musical needs that still exist today, the result is a resounding answer to years of customers demanding the return of this weight class. Thanks to new advancements by Zildjian’s R&D team, this new assortment joins the iconic K Family with 18", 19", 20", 21" and 22" crash offerings that blend the popular Paper Thin qualities with the characteristics unique to larger cymbal sizes.

As strong as they are thin, these cymbals offer an explosive dark crash with quick decay, and a buttery under-stick feel. A key feature is a reimagined three step hammering process which unlocks flexibility and sonic nuances that contribute to the unique signature of these crashes. The very thin profiles allow extra shimmer when crashed, providing a low end resonance not found anywhere else in the K Family.

Thinnest crashes in the K Family
Explosive, dark crash sound with quick decay
Buttery under-stick feel
Cymbal flexibility unleashes shimmering effect and max response
Three step hammering process for more nuanced playing
Largest Paper Thin Zildjian cymbals ever

• Thinnest crashes in the K Family for unique sound
• Explosive, dark crash sound with quick decay
• Buttery under-stick feel for enhanced playability
• Cymbal flexibility unleashes shimmering effect
• Three step hammering process for nuanced playing
• Largest Paper Thin Zildjian cymbals ever