The best suggestion is go to a well stocked percussion store (such as Atlanta Pro Percussion) and let your ear and body be the judge. Don't get fixated on a brand or series.
The last ride I purchased, I tried out almost 50 different cymbals for a variety of sounds, narrowed it down to 15-20, then tried out each on a set. I ended up with 3 I was impressed with and chose 22" Paiste Signature Traditional.
Take several different pairs of your sticks (and/or brushes, mallets, etc) and see how the cymbal(s) respond.
Now if this is purely a curiosity type of thing then I would shoot Zildjian an email or even call and ask them. I can't imagine why they wouldn't be happy to tell you which is their best selling line.
Now if this is purely a curiosity type of thing then I would shoot Zildjian an email or even call and ask them. I can't imagine why they wouldn't be happy to tell you which is their best selling line.
For some reason, I seem to like Zildjian and only use them. I just for some reason do. It is a curiosity thing and I think I should do that.
I sent a email to Zildjian.com. This is what they said:
Thanks for your email.
A & A Custom might sell more in volume based on the fact that they cover more genres of music.
Natural, full bodied & bright cymbals good for jazz, funk, pop, rock, etcetera.
Other lines such as K & K Custom might favor the jazz, Latin & light op genres as they are darker, and more complex!
Regards,
Steve @ Z Care
Zildjian Cymbals
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