Dark, dry and wonderfully unconventional.

A beautiful pre-loved 20” Zildjian K Custom Left Side Ride from 2003, developed in collaboration with legendary jazz drummer Peter Erskine.

Inspired by the dry, earthy character of vintage Turkish cymbals, this remarkable ride features extensive hammering, a distinctive dark finish and three rivets near the edge, adding a subtle, shimmering sizzle to its wonderfully controlled voice.

At 2250g, this example offers an excellent balance between woody stick definition, dark complexity and musical responsiveness.

• Size: 20” / 51 cm
• Series: K Custom
• Model: Left Side Ride
• Year: [2003]
• Weight: 2250g
• Designed with Peter Erskine
• Finish: Traditional, with beautiful natural patina
• Hammering: Extensive, irregular and deeply textured
• Rivets: Three installed
• Sound: Dark, dry, earthy and complex
• Stick definition: Woody, crisp and articulate
• Wash: Low, controlled and smoky
• Sizzle: Subtle, warm and atmospheric
• Bell: Dry and integrated
• Response: Sensitive and highly expressive
• Condition: Honest pre-loved condition with natural patina, signs of use and sticker residue underneath

The Left Side Ride was conceived as an alternative voice to the traditional main ride, offering a wonderfully intimate sound for jazz, acoustic music and expressive studio work.

Its combination of dry articulation and delicate rivet shimmer makes it particularly appealing to drummers who appreciate subtlety, texture and character.

A distinctive K Custom with a voice all its own.

Try or pick up in Zuid-Scharwoude, Netherlands.
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Trade-ins welcome: vintage Zildjian cymbals, Remo Rototoms and copper, bronze or brass snare drums.

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