These Zildjian Concept Shop models (K Fat Hats & FX Blast Bell) have graduated and now join the K and FX families of cymbals!
K FAT HATS
Fat Hats were born out of an inspiration to combine bright and dark manufacturing techniques for a truly blended sound made for any stage or session.
The Fat Hats are the very definition of “labor of love”. A decade of testing has created this rich, blended “go-to” hihat sound that performs in the studio and turns heads on-stage.
The key is a combination of darker hammering with wider, A Zildjian-style lathing, and a smaller weight difference blurring true top and bottom. Designed to be a cymbal bag chameleon, these “part K, part A” hats sit within any cymbal setup, and are ripe for mixing and matching or simply playing them as is – a perfect blend of warm and bright. Play the 14-1/8″ for fantastic stick, or move up to the 15-1/8” for an incredibly lush sound and pronounced chick – Both unique sizes bring something special to any gig.
The secret is out, and the road-tested, artist-approved Fat Hats are ready to transform your kit. Blend of A and K-style manufacturing techniques A “go-to” hihat sound for studio and live settings Perfect for players who mix and match hats Explore size range for more stick or chick Smaller top-bottom weight gap Two odd sizes: 14-1/8″, or 15-1/8″
FX BLAST BELL
A perfect companion for your ride cymbal, the Blast Bell is built to cut through the mix in a musical way.
Single Note Accent Pattern Crescendo DEMO VIDEO
Designed in collaboration with Matt Greiner, the Blast Bell delivers a darker twist on the popular Zil-Bel. With a lower shape and raw finish, this 7″ bell delivers quick sustain with dark overtones. It’s the perfect choice when you want a bell that fits into a mix, but can still cut enough to be heard. It’s great for piggybacking on an existing ride cymbal, giving you a bell target that’s easier to hit, and easier to get a consistent tone out of.
Cut through the loudest, heaviest mix Musical bell with shorter sustain Mount on ride cymbal for easy playing and consistent sound Darker tones than Zil-Bel 7″ Size
Zildjian distributed in Australia by Dynamic Music