Kerope, A Legend Reborn
Forged by the same hands that introduced it decades ago, the coveted Zildjian Kerope cymbal returns—reimagined yet true to its roots—empowering drummers to experience the legendary Zildjian sound.
Inspired by the intermediate stamp Turkish K’s, its tone is steeped in history, delivering a richness, warmth, and sonic complexity long sought after by discerning players.
Four new Kerope rides

20" Kerope Thin High Ride
- Controllable and crashable ride at higher fundamental pitch with clear stick articulation but can be a crash alternative
- The long sought-after Zildjian K sound
- Sits under drummers’ hands with unprecedented touch and control
- Warm and complex ride that gives dark textures and rich complexity when crashed
- Traditional deep pin lathe complements brush work
- Special detailing with Craigie Zildjian's signature and etched Zildjian logo
- Diameter: 20”
- Weight: Thin
- SKU: ZIKER0120
20" Kerope Medium Thin Low Ride
- Lower-profile crashable ride that brings more definition and depth to the stick
- The long sought-after Zildjian K sound
- Sits under drummers’ hands with unprecedented touch and control
- Warm and complex ride that gives dark textures and rich complexity when crashed
- Traditional deep pin lathe complements brush work
- Special detailing with Craigie Zildjian's signature and etched Zildjian logo
- Diameter: 20”
- Weight: Medium Thin
- SKU: ZIKER0220


22" Kerope Medium Thin High Ride
- Higher-profile ride with a prominent curvature that sits in higher frequencies when riding, and more explosive crash with short sustain
- The long sought-after Zildjian K sound
- Sits under drummers’ hands with unprecedented touch and control
- Warm and complex ride that gives dark textures and rich complexity when crashed
- Traditional deep pin lathe complements brush work
- Special detailing with Craigie Zildjian's signature and etched Zildjian logo
- Diameter: 20”
- Weight: Medium Thin
- SKU: ZIKER0122
22" Kerope Medium Low Ride
- Lower-profile ride with more body, possessing a strong, deep ride sound and very responsive stick
- The long sought-after Zildjian K sound
- Sits under drummers’ hands with unprecedented touch and control
- Warm and complex ride that gives dark textures and rich complexity when crashed
- Traditional deep pin lathe complements brush work
- Special detailing with Craigie Zildjian's signature and etched Zildjian logo
- Diameter: 22”
- Weight: Medium
- Artikelnummer: ZIKER0222

Listen to the Kerope series
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