Zildjians K Custom-cymbaler lages etter samme grunnprinsipp som den opprinnelige K-serien men metoden er utviklet for å forsterke cymbalenes "tørre" karakter. Resultatet har blitt et sound som ytterligere øker cymbalenes bruksområde. K Custom Dark-serien har tørre "trashete" overtoner og kort etterklang.

Zildjian is proud to introduce the new “Special Dry” range, a new cymbal “voice” extension to our world renowned KCustom family of cymbals. Innovative three step hammering process, distinctive shape, and extra thin weight give thecymbals a fast attack, while shutting down quickly with just enough sustain. The trashy dark sound, combined with the rawtop appearance, make the new K custom Special Dry exactly what today’s drummers and percussionists are looking for.