Zildjian® Z Custom 20″ Medium Crash Cymbal (Z40117)

The Zildjian Z Custom Medium Crash Cymbal offers unmatched power and brightness for heavy music styles. Its legendary sound cuts through mixes, providing bold tones and explosive response for any drummer.

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Description

Zildjian Z40117 20" Z Custom Medium Crash Cymbal

Powerful, bright and stage-ready — the Zildjian Z40117 20" Z Custom Medium Crash delivers explosive attack and piercing projection that cuts through heavy mixes. Reimagined from the iconic Z Custom line, this 20" medium crash is built for metal, punk, hard rock and any drummer who needs maximum presence.

Key features

Signature Z Custom sound: explosive, bright and cutting for maximum stage projection
Medium weight: balanced sustain with a focused, powerful crash tone
Brilliant finish with classic Z Custom star pattern — looks as aggressive as it sounds
Revised design for improved musicality, feel and durability
Engineered to cut through loud guitar mixes and on-stage soundscapes
Ideal for live performance and recording when clarity and volume are essential

Specs

Model: Zildjian Z40117
Size: 20" (20-inch)
Type: Z Custom Medium Crash Cymbal
Finish: Brilliant
Series: Reimagined Z Custom
Best for genres: Metal, punk, hard rock, heavy alternative

Why drummers choose this crash

Cuts through the mix with bright attack and long sustain
Balanced medium weight offers both power and musical control
Durable construction withstands aggressive playing styles
Striking visual presence with the classic Z Custom design

Who it’s for

Touring and gigging drummers needing uncompromising projection
Metal, punk and hard rock players who demand attack and presence
Studio drummers seeking a bright, cutting crash for heavy tracks

Add the Zildjian Z40117 20" Z Custom Medium Crash to your kit for bold tones and unstoppable stage presence. Order now to upgrade your sound and dominate the mix.

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Avedis Zildjian I (the first) was an Armenian alchemist in the city of Constantinople in the early seventeenth century. While attempting to create gold by combining base metals, he discovered an alloy of copper, tin, and traces of silver with unique sound qualities. In 1618, Avedis used his secret alloy to create cymbals of spectacular clarity ...

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Zildjian Series Current Zildjian Cymbal Series Contents 1 Current Zildjian Cymbal Series 2 Gongs 3 Discontinued Zildjian Cymbal Series

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Crash Cymbals: The “crash” cymbal – a term coined by Avedis Zildjian III – is a thin and light weight cymbal that creates an explosive bright sound with a quick decay.