Zildjian Factory Tour

Sweetwater's Nick D'Virgilio heads to Norwell, Massachusetts, for a tour of the Zildjian cymbal factory. Few manufacturers can boast centuries of operation, let alone success, the way Zildjian can. These guys have been making the top cymbals in the world since around 1618, when a failed alchemy experiment led to the world's finest bronze alloy. Since then, Zildjian has gone on to produce hundreds of different cymbals spanning many different lines.

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[richboshart]

Jeff (cymbal tester) is the man. I was struck by the number of employees who have been working there for decades. Speaks volumes about the company, and those who run it.

[artisupitis]

Would've loved to hear an example of a bad/rejected Zildjian cymbal

[bencampbell]

Paul is clearly so passionate about his craft. Every video I see him in, he's having a blast.

[NatalieRoman]

The guy immediately starts noodling with the ingot and plays YYZ. That's a drummer for sure.

[captaincabbage]

I have seen so many damn zildjian factory tours but I still enjoyed this video a hell of a lot.

[dadams]

I'm 73 going on 74 and I have been playing Zildjian's since '63. I still have my original 22" A - Zidljian medium ride that I bought at Ideal Music on Peachtree Street in Atlanta in '63. I seem to remember that I got it home on a Sears Sport Moped. Just jamming will old friends now, but I played many a gig with that cymbal along with my 16 and 18" Zildjian crashes.

I'm in love with Zildjian since forever.

[StonesAndSand]

I'm an old-school tool and die maker with a good amount of engineering experience. Paul is an EXCELLENT teacher, and his explanations on all of the processes make this the best Zildjian factory tour I've ever seen.

[ChrisBakerDrummer]

I remember seeing a much younger Paul operating a lathe on "The Zildjian Secret" VHS that I got at Thoroughbred Music when I purchased my first set of Zildjian cymbals in the early '90s. What a great career he's had! Thanks Nick & Sweetwater for the fascinating tour video

[slimbeaux]

That was so cool. I am a bass player but everyone knows a drummer is my best friend. It was so cool to see how their tools were made. Thanks Nick.

[happycatfilms]

I've worked in industrial manufacturing plants for nearly 30 years, and from my perspective everything about this factory visit and video is genuine. From the safety glasses to the front office displays to the pride of the workers handling the ware to the blaring radio on the production floor. Nicely done, Sweetwater. Many of your videos are a bit 'salesman-ish' for my taste, but this one is spot on.

[johns]

Wow, Paul and the crew at Zildjian are all artists making some of the best cymbals ever made. You can tell Paul has the excitement of their products in his blood, I bet there are many Paul’s around there. What a cool education, I watched the Turkish guys making cymbals and was blown away at their craftsmanship, Zildjian has been able to bring the making of these masterpieces into the 21st century and a joy to watch and learn. Thank you for sharing!!

[boinknook]

Just got my brand new Z Custom crashes and they're fabulous! They're great for hard rock and metal. These are the new Z customs. They have stars hammered into them!🤩 Bright, flashy sound just what I like. Great tour! Didn’t realize ringo played zildjian. 🤔Those cymbals sounded AMAZING at the 64' 65' Hollywood bowl concerts!

[AeroAviation]

I love how excited this guy is about his work/art

[michaelweymouth]

I watched DW drum making, Paiste cymbal making, and now this Zildjian factory tour feels like home to this Mainer. I played with Young American showcase as a Keyboardist in the 80s. We were sponsored by every big name music manufacturer in the world. I met Armand Ziljian at the Masters Golf tournament and got to shake his hand, many years after Touring. What a gentleman, and an honor for me to meet him. I really felt the pride and history ring true from all the employees and Tour guide in this video. Keep up the great work. One day I’ll own a @Master set of Zildjians.

[nanceeleana]

I am a lifelong dedicated Paiste player but its great to see a major manufacturer open their doors. Much respect to Zildjian for being in the game as long as they have.

[TheMASDrummer]

I was fortunate enough to be endorsed by one of the big 3 cymbal companies. I can say, all these companies are at the top of their game right now and they're fabulous. I do play some 'other' brands of cymbals like zildjian in my personal collection, but keep that secret!

[brent]

I would LOVE to get in that room that has the thousands of cymbals from the 30s to 50s!!! Heaven!!!

[BBT]

Zildjian Cymbals taking it to another level!

[skiptrace]

Ive been using Zildjian exclusively for over 50 years! Very nice tour, bro! Thanks for posting! :-)))