Legend. Legacy. The innovative cymbal work of Art Blakey Elvin Jones Tony Williams or any one of a sweeping collection of the greatest drummers in history. They ve all been fueled by K Zildjian cymbals. The deep dry and shimmering sounds developed by Kerope Zildjian in 19th Century Turkey continue to inspire drummers today. Elaborate hammering and lathing work our secret alloy into versatile cymbals with a wide-ranging blend of high and low frequencies that can be mellow or intense. It all depends on how you play them.