Zildjian A0428 18" Sym-French Tone Cymbal
A Single Symphonic French Tone Cymbal with Vintage Character
The Zildjian A0428 18" Sym-French Tone (One Only) is a lightweight orchestral hand cymbal designed for players who require fast attack, minimal sustain and a refined, shimmering tone. Unlike paired sets, this single cymbal is ideal as a replacement, auxiliary effect cymbal, or for players building mixed-tone hand-cymbal setups. It delivers a bright, splashy, full-bodied response with a vintage-inspired character – reminiscent of classic K-style cymbals – thanks to its dry overtones, smooth decay, and hand-lathed craftsmanship.
Responsive, Controlled & Orchestral-Focused
This medium-thin cymbal provides lively articulation, making it suitable for orchestral passages that need clarity without excessive resonance. Its traditional finish and medium profile enhance control and blend, ensuring each crash integrates naturally with strings, winds and brass. Built to meet professional orchestral standards, it offers fast, shimmering colour without overpowering the ensemble. Straps and pads are sold separately.
Key Features
- Lightweight cymbal with fast attack and minimal sustain
- Bright, splashy, shimmering tone suitable for orchestral textures
- Vintage-style response with dry overtones and smooth decay
- Medium-thin weight and traditional finish for balanced, controlled crashes
Who Is This For?
- Orchestral percussionists requiring a single French-tone cymbal
- Players needing a replacement for an existing cymbal pair
- Musicians building mixed-tone or multi-cymbal concert setups
- Performers wanting fast articulation and tight decay
- Classical and concert band percussionists seeking bright, subtle orchestral colour
Specifications
- Product-Type: Single Hand Cymbal
- Size: 18" / 45.72 cm
- Material: Cast Bronze (A-Series)
- Finish: Traditional
- Weight / Net Weight: Medium Thin / approx. 1.55 kg
- Bell Size: Medium
- Profile: Medium
- Pitch: Mid
- Sound: Bright, splashy, dry overtones, smooth decay
- Sustain: Short to medium
