Utilizing a special coating process, all Pitch Black™ cymbals are made from Zildjian\'s Bronze 12 Alloy

This alloy of 88% copper and 12% tin features enhanced tin content for a richer sound. The coating process allows the cymbals to be durable and visually striking while still opening up as a cymbal should.

Heavier weights and large sizes combined with new profiles, cups, lathing and hammering techniques help to deliver the brightness and presence required for rock and metal applications.

Watch a video featuring Dennis Pavia of Diecast, who introduces Zildjian\'s new Pitch Black cymbals here.

Eight models
The Pitch Black™ series feature eight models including a 22-inch ride, 20-inch crash ride, 18 and 16-inch crashes, 13-inch splash, 15-inch mastersound hihats, 14-inch hihats and an 18-inch china.

22-inch ride
The 22-inch ride cymbal features an oversized bell for extra volume but is crafted to have enough wash to provide body when striking the edge. The 20-inch crash ride was primarily designed as an explosive crash but still has enough balance to be used as a primary or secondary ride.

18-inch crash
For crashes, the 18-inch model is clear and substantial with excellent sustain and the 16-inch model along with the 13-inch splash are perfect for quick accents.

hihats
The 14-inch hihats offer the traditional size while the 15-inch mastersound hihats offer extra volume with the hammered outer edge on the bottom cymbal providing a massive \"chick\" sound. The undersides of both hihat models have been left uncoated to maximize their \"chick\" and projection.

18-inch china
Rounding out the series is the 18-inch china featuring a wide flange and giving a powerful voice for trashy, musical punctuations.

You can visit zildjian.com/pitchblack for more info.