Zildjian Cymbal Co. Founded 14 generations ago in Constantinople, this companys history dates back all the way to 1623. It all started with an alchemist named Avedis Zildjian I (the first), who happened to discover an extremely musical metal alloy that created powerful and durable cymbals.

When was Zildjian founded?

1623, Constantinople Avedis Zildjian Company/Founded Nearly 400 years ago, in 1623, Avedis Zildjian founded a cymbal-manufacturing company in Istanbul.

When were Zildjian cymbals made in Canada?

The (Avedis) Zildjian company started making K Zildjian cymbals in a factory in Medutic, Canada in 1977.

Are Zildjian or Sabian cymbals better?

In other words, Sabian and Zildjian are both great brands, however, Zildjian is a much more delicate and sophisticated sound while Sabians are loud and proud. For rock and metal, I think Sabians are great.

Is Zildjian better than Sabian?

In other words, Sabian and Zildjian are both great brands, however, Zildjian is a much more delicate and sophisticated sound while Sabians are loud and proud. For rock and metal, I think Sabians are great.