Zildjian 17" K Constantinople Special Selection Medium Heavy Pair w/Straps
Zildjian 17" K Constantinople Special Selection Medium Heavy Pair w/Straps
The Zildjian 17" K Constantinople Special Selection Medium Heavy Pair w/Straps delivers a warm, fuller-bodied orchestral hand cymbal voice with bold dark character, shimmering lows, and expressive overtones. As the heavier counterpart to the K Constantinople Orchestral Medium Lights, this pair offers plenty of projection and sustain while retaining a low overtone series designed to blend within the orchestra. Available from West Coast Drum Shop in Bellevue, WA, this pair includes leather straps and brings refined K Constantinople depth to concert and orchestral performance.
Product Description
The Zildjian 17" K Constantinople Special Selection Medium Heavy Pair w/Straps is designed for players who need a fuller, darker, and more projecting hand cymbal sound with the expressive complexity of the K Constantinople family. This pair is the heavier counterpart to the K Constantinople Orchestral Medium Lights, giving it more weight, body, sustain, and projection for orchestral settings where the cymbals need to speak with authority while still blending musically within the ensemble.
The Special Selection Medium Heavy Pair is voiced with a low overtone series, which helps the cymbals sit within the orchestra rather than sounding overly bright or disconnected from the surrounding instruments. This is especially important in concert settings, where hand cymbals must deliver impact, color, and sustain while remaining balanced with strings, winds, brass, and percussion. The 17-inch size gives the pair a focused but substantial voice, with enough breadth for full-bodied crashes and enough control for expressive dynamic shaping.
The sound character is warm, dark, and bold, with shimmering lows and a rich attack of overtones. That darker K Constantinople identity gives the pair a more complex personality than brighter orchestral cymbals, making it useful for passages that require depth, weight, and a dramatic but musical cymbal response. The medium heavy design adds fullness and projection, allowing the cymbals to carry through larger spaces while maintaining a refined tonal center.
Leather straps are included, giving players the expected performance setup for orchestral and concert use. The straps allow for secure handling, controlled preparation, and expressive playing techniques, including soft swells, strong crashes, suspended-style effects, and articulated cymbal moments. For percussionists, educators, and ensembles, this pair provides a serious hand cymbal option with the response and sustain needed for demanding repertoire.
Sound & Playing Feel
The Zildjian 17" K Constantinople Special Selection Medium Heavy Pair produces a warm, fuller-bodied attack with plenty of projection and sustain. The initial response is bold and expressive, with a dark cymbal voice that opens into shimmering lows and complex overtones. Because the pair is medium heavy, it has enough mass to produce a strong orchestral crash while still allowing the player to shape the sound through touch, angle, and dynamic control.
The low overtone series gives the cymbals a blended orchestral quality. Rather than creating a piercing or overly bright accent, the pair produces a darker and more integrated sound that can support dramatic musical moments without becoming harsh. This makes it especially useful for concert band, orchestra, percussion ensemble, and other settings where cymbal color must complement the full ensemble.
Under the hands, the pair offers a substantial but expressive feel. Softer playing can bring out warm shimmer and darker resonance, while stronger crashes produce a broader, more projecting sound with extended sustain. The 17-inch size keeps the pair manageable while still providing enough body for full musical statements. The included leather straps support traditional hand cymbal technique and give players the control needed for confident concert performance.
Order online or visit West Coast Drum Shop in Bellevue, WA to hear and compare cymbals in person.
Applications & Use Cases
- Orchestral hand cymbal performance: Provides a warm, fuller-bodied crash voice with bold K Constantinople darkness.
- Concert band use: Low overtone character helps the pair blend within the ensemble while retaining projection and sustain.
- Dynamic cymbal writing: Supports expressive swells, strong crashes, controlled releases, and darker cymbal color.
- Large-room projection: Medium heavy weight gives the cymbals enough presence for performance spaces and larger ensembles.
- Educational percussion programs: A serious hand cymbal pair for students and ensembles developing orchestral cymbal technique.
- Performance-ready setup: Included leather straps provide the traditional feel and handling needed for concert cymbal playing.
Why Choose West Coast Drum Shop?
West Coast Drum Shop in Bellevue, WA offers knowledgeable support from experienced drummers, percussionists, and cymbal specialists who can help match hand cymbal size, weight, darkness, projection, sustain, and ensemble role to your performance needs. Most cymbals displayed in-store may show minor cosmetic shop wear from handling or light play, but this does not affect sound or structural integrity. Every cymbal order is carefully packed for protection during transit, with reliable nationwide shipping available.
For complete technical details from the manufacturer, visit the official Zildjian 17" K Constantinople Special Selection Medium Heavy Pair product page.