I have a Zyn cymbal that is 14 inches. I know that it is from the 60's. I only have one. This is from my grandfather's set. It looks like one of his Krut hi-hats. How can I tell if it is a crash, hi-hat etc.?
I also have one UFIP 15 3/4". Same question. What kind of cymbal is it?
I am a drum novice. I just aquired an entire drum set. I'd like to start playing, but I figure that I should KNOW what I am playing first. Thank you.
If you can get some photos up, that would be a help.
It's very doubtful that such a small cymbal would be a ride, so we can eliminate that right off the bat.
It's conceivable that such a small cymbal could be a crash or at least used as one, but 14" crash cymbals went out of style after the 1940's.
There is a school of thought that says a cymbal type is what YOU think its useful for, and not defined by the company that manufactured it. So in a broader sense the actual purpose for that cymbal is up to you. However, if I had to hazard a guess as to which type that this cymbal was originally created as....
...it's probably an orphaned hi-hat. The UFIP most likely is, or was used a crash.
The Zyn and Krut cymbals both look similar because they are basically the same thing. Both were made for Premier by Italian artisans, both are made from nickel-silver alloy, and there's actually not a dime's difference between them. These are both student grade cymbals just being marketed under different names. These were also were incarnated under the name "Beverly" for the British market, and then others of this same type were marketed in various other parts of the British commonwealth with a name for these began with a "V". I used to have one but the actual name escapes me now. It wasn't very memorable cymbal.
Thank you. You have been very informative. I am really enjoying doing reaearch on my drum set and cymbals. Thanks again. flowerflowerflower
Thank you. You have been very informative. I am really enjoying doing reaearch on my drum set and cymbals. Thanks again. flowerflowerflower
Welcome to the madness known as "drumming"! I realize I am late to this party, but would you please post pictures of your kit? We love looking at others' kits and we can help you identify it, more than just a name, but also era, types of woods, wraps etc....If you need help posting pix, let one of know and we will be more than happy to assist.
That would be wonderful. I will take some pictures tomorrow. I don't know how to take the bass drum apart to see the inside. I really appreciate any help. Thank you.flowerflowerflower
