Zanchi 22" Vibra F&F Vintage Ride Cymbal - 2354g

Here's a used, vintage 22" Zanchi Vibra ride cymbal, weighing in at 2354 grams! These cymbals were made in Italy and always seem to be unique pieces when they come through - which isn't often! This one is in nice condition with a great natural patina and some minor keyholing - no cracks. It has a deep bowed profile and a thinner weight compared with past examples we've had. Great clarity to the sticking on this ride with a nice lower pitch. Its bell cuts nicely and its wash can build up to a massive crash while retaining its stick definition. The stamp is embossed with "Vibra" and "F & F". These cymbals seem to be the most well known of Zanchi cymbals.

There's a Wikipedia page on Zanchi that has further relevant (but unattributed) information on this that I'll copy below:

"Some of their earlier series included the "Vibra Cymbals" line; for a number of years, Vibras were believed to have been produced in the 60s or 70s. Recent information provided by an owner of some hi-hats in Connecticut confirms that his were purchased in 1958, so this is the oldest attribution anyone has contributed thus far. A few F & F Vibra cymbals have appeared on the market which also show the "Revere" embossment: interesting because Revere was an early stencil brand of Pearl, Japan in the 60s, so one[] may presume that, for some period of time, Zanchi had a business relationship with Pearl, However, Revere was also a stencil brand of Kent drums which were American made and sold. Later Kent did sublet some of their manufacturing to Pearl. But the Revere Spotlight cymbals were made by Zanchi for Revere made by Kent drum Company. Vibras were B20 Alloy, usually thin, and are described by some as trashy sounding. Yet, their sizzle and iciness are considered by some musicians to be unique, even by today's standards."

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