Zildjian 12" Traditional Gong and Stand Set. The original Zildjian series has shaped musical history, from Beethoven to the Beatles. With more weights and sizes than any other series, these cymbals excel in any musical setting. The world"s most popular and versatile cymbal.Zildjian cast bronze cymbals are made from raw metal in Zildjian"s own foundry through a complex sequence of heating, rolling, hammering and lathing. These cymbals are impervious to warping and have great projection, clarity and durability.