Zildjian LV348 Low Volume Family of cymbals provides a unique new playing experience – delivering a quieter sound without losing the authentic feel of a Zildjian cymbal. With Zildjian’s new line of cymbals you can retain the feel and sound of your drumming; no more neoprene pads, mutes and other dampening devices needed to practice at a reasonable volume. Ideal for practice rooms, drum lesson rooms, low volume gigs or any other situation where reduced volumes are required. The Low Volume Family of cymbals have a specialized pattern to deliver the best of both worlds: musical sound and lower volume. This innovative pattern is combined with a special proprietary alloy with a unique matte finish that enables the Low Volume cymbal to have fewer high frequencies and is up to 80% quieter than a traditional cymbal.