🔔 Zildjian A Custom 14" Mastersound Hi-Hats 🔔
💎 Unplayed – Pristine Condition
💰 Regular Price: $579.95
🔢 SKU: A20550

NDG Unplayed Condition
At Nick's Drum Gear, unplayed means the cymbal has never been owned or played by an end user. Many of our cymbals originate from factory cymbal packs, giving them a known history from day one. Because they do not include a manufacturer's warranty, they are represented as unplayed rather than new.

🔊 DETAILS

For drummers who love the A Custom sound but want a bolder hi-hat voice, the Mastersound HiHats offer enhanced articulation and presence. The hammered grooves on the bottom cymbal allow air to escape rapidly, delivering a fast, sharp "chick" that cuts through in both live and studio settings.

• Full-bodied HiHat sound that’s more assertive than standard A Customs
• Same crisp, rich, and colorful tones as the A Custom line
• Hammered bottom cymbal vents air quickly for clear articulation
• Medium Thin Top / Medium Bottom weights
• Striking Brilliant finish for visual and sonic shimmer
• Made in the USA

📏 SPECS

• Diameter: 14”
• Weight: Medium Thin (Top) / Medium (Bottom)
• Finish: Brilliant
• Family: A Family

⭐ STR Rating

STR = Style, Tonality & Response — Nick’s Drum Gear’s custom system to help players match cymbals with their real-world applications.

Category Stars Explanation

Style⭐⭐⭐⭐☆Highly versatile across modern genres. Punchy and polished, perfect for players who want clarity and energy.

Tonality⭐⭐⭐⭐☆Bright and expressive with complex shimmer. More depth than standard A Customs due to the vented design.

Response⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Extremely responsive with a crisp, defined “chick.” Excels in both soft grooves and powerful accents.

🎶 Genre Match

• Rock: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Excellent clarity and cut for high-volume environments
• Pop: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Controlled and polished tone perfect for studio and live
• Funk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Crisp and funky with great articulation
• Worship / CCM: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Balanced and expressive without overwhelming the mix
• Jazz: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ – Too modern and bright for most traditional jazz contexts
• Metal: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Stands up to aggressive playing and complex patterns

📝 Note on Brilliant-Finish Cymbals

Brilliant-finish cymbals are polished and buffed to achieve their reflective appearance. As a result, fingerprints, light handling marks, polishing swirls, finish variation, and minor factory handling evidence may be visible under direct lighting or close inspection. These cosmetic characteristics are common on brilliant-finish cymbals and do not affect performance, structural integrity, or sound quality.

📝 Nick’s Notes

The A Custom Mastersounds are an instant upgrade for any drummer looking to enhance their hi-hat articulation without sacrificing musicality. These cymbals are especially great for pop, funk, and rock settings where precision and presence matter. The hammered bottom adds air and edge — bright, bold, and never muddy.

📦 Every cymbal is carefully inspected, packed with care, and shipped fully insured to ensure it arrives safely and exactly as described.

🛠️ Listed by Nick’s Drum Gear – Collector-Grade Cymbals, Professionally Curated – Home of the STR Rating