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Zildjian A Series Avedis Cymbals - The Industry Standard

The Zildjian A Series - also known as the Avedis range - is the most widely used professional cymbal series in the world. Bright, cutting, and versatile across virtually every playing style and genre, the A Series has been the first choice of professional drummers for generations. Into Music Store is an authorised Zildjian dealer stocking the complete A Series range, with UK next day delivery available.

Zildjian A Series - Key Models

  • New Beat Hi-Hats - the most iconic hi-hat cymbal ever made. Available in 12", 13", 14", and 15". The 14" New Beat is the benchmark against which all other hi-hats are measured
  • Sweet Ride - warm, versatile, and musical. Available in 21" and 23". One of the most popular ride cymbals in the world
  • Thin Crash - fast, bright, and explosive. Available in 16" to 20"
  • Medium Thin Crash - slightly fuller and more sustaining than the Thin. Available in 16" to 20"
  • Medium Crash - full, warm, and versatile. Available in 16" and 18"
  • Rock Crash - heavier and more powerful for high-volume playing. Available in 16" and 18"
  • Fast Crash - quick response and fast decay. Available in 14", 16", and 18"
  • Medium Ride - full, balanced, and versatile. Available in 20" and 22"
  • Ping Ride - bright, cutting, and defined. Available in 20"
  • Mega Bell Ride - powerful bell with a full, projecting body. Available in 21"
  • Ultra Hammered China - trashy, cutting, and powerful. Available in 21"
  • Splash - fast, bright accent cymbal. Available in 10"

Zildjian A Custom - Brilliant Finish

The Zildjian A Custom takes the A Series character and adds a brilliant mirror finish for an even brighter, more cutting tone with exceptional projection. Available in crashes (16" to 19"), rides (20" and 22"), hi-hats (14" and 15"), and a Fast Crash variant. Popular with rock and pop drummers who want maximum presence in a live mix.

Zildjian A Series Box Sets

The Zildjian A Cymbal Box Set (14" New Beat Hi-Hats, 16" Medium Thin Crash, 18" Medium Thin Crash, 21" Sweet Ride) and the Rock A Pack (14" Hi-Hats, 17" Medium Crash, 19" Crash, 20" Ride) are excellent complete setups at a strong price.

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Zildjian A Series Avedis Cymbals UK - Into Music Store, Horncastle, Lincolnshire

Into Music Store is an authorised Zildjian dealer and one of the UK's leading independent cymbal stores, based in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. We stock the complete Zildjian A Series Avedis range - every model, every size - both online and in our showroom, where you're welcome to come in and try cymbals in person before you buy.

The Zildjian A Series has been the backbone of professional drumming since Avedis Zildjian III modernised the range in the 1920s. The proprietary alloy - a blend of copper, tin, and trace elements - produces a bright, cutting, and immediately recognisable tone that has been heard on countless recordings across rock, pop, jazz, and session music. The 14" New Beat Hi-Hat is the most widely used hi-hat cymbal in the world. The Sweet Ride is one of the most versatile and musical ride cymbals ever made. The range of crash weights - Thin, Medium Thin, Medium, Rock, and Fast - means there is an A Series crash for every playing style and dynamic.

The A Custom sub-series adds a brilliant mirror finish for an even brighter, more projecting character - popular with rock and pop drummers who need maximum cut-through in a live mix. Both the A Series and A Custom are available as complete box sets, making them an excellent choice for drummers who want a matched, professional setup in one purchase.

If you're looking for Zildjian A Series cymbals UK, a cymbal shop near me stocking the full Avedis range, or expert advice on which A Series models are right for your setup, Into Music Store is the place to visit. UK next day delivery is available on all Zildjian A Series cymbals.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Zildjian A Series - also known as the Avedis range - is the most widely used professional cymbal series in the world. Bright, cutting, and versatile, it covers every cymbal type across a wide range of sizes and weights, from the iconic 14" New Beat Hi-Hats to the Sweet Ride and a full range of Thin, Medium Thin, Medium, Rock, and Fast Crash options.
The Zildjian A Series has a natural, unlathed finish for a warm, versatile tone. The A Custom adds a brilliant mirror finish for an even brighter, more cutting character with greater projection - popular with rock and pop drummers who want maximum presence in a live mix. Both are available in crashes, rides, and hi-hats.
For rock drumming, the Zildjian A Series Rock Crash (16" and 18"), the Medium Ride (20" or 22"), and the 14" New Beat Hi-Hats are the classic combination. The A Custom range adds a brilliant finish for even more projection and cut. The Rock A Pack box set is an excellent complete rock setup.
The Zildjian 14" New Beat Hi-Hat is the most widely used hi-hat cymbal in the world - a pairing of a medium-weight top cymbal with a heavier bottom for a crisp, cutting chick sound and a full, open wash. It has been the industry standard hi-hat for decades and is used by professional drummers across virtually every genre.
Yes - Into Music Store has a physical showroom in Horncastle, Lincolnshire where you're welcome to come in and try Zildjian A Series cymbals in person. Our team of experienced drummers are on hand to help you compare models and find the right cymbals for your playing style and setup.
Yes - UK next day delivery is available on all Zildjian A Series Avedis cymbals at Into Music Store. We stock the complete range both online and in our showroom in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. Contact our team if you have any questions about delivery options.