Are older avedis zildjian cymbals better than the newer ones?
On One Hand: Zildjians Are The StandardZildjian cymbals have been made for over 350 years by the Avedis Zildjian company and are considered the standard against which all cymbals are measured. According to their website, Zildjian cymbals have been made with same secret formula–known only to family members–since 1623, and they continue to refine and improve their product.On the Other: Quality Depends On Series TypeZildjian cymbals differ widely in quality depending on which series is being used. The company has two basic types: sheet bronze and cast bronze (the latter being higher quality), then several different quality levels, or series, under each of those categories. In all, Zildjian makes 10 different series and hundreds of types and sizes.Bottom LineGiven their longstanding place at the forefront of their field, and the fact that they pride themselves in the constant refinement of their product, it would be difficult to question the quality of Zildjian cymbals, past or present.
