14" STRATUS ZERO

Sabian 14" Stratus Zero Cymbal

The 14" Stratus Zero captures immediate, cutting articulation with a dark yet bright character that cuts through dense mixes. Its compact size and precision engineering deliver exceptional responsiveness in the recording environment, translating quick, deliberate striking into fast attack and rapid decay on tape. This is a focused effect cymbal for producers and engineers tracking drums who need sharp definition and controlled wash for clean, maintainable recordings.

Tone & Sonic Character

Built from B20 bronze with O-Zone and Aero combination treatment, the Stratus Zero produces a dark, trashy tone paired with unexpected high-frequency presence. The result is a fast, cutting attack with bright tone and quick decay—ideal for precise accents and stabs that sit clearly in a mix without lingering resonance that bloats or clouds other elements.

Design & Construction

The precision-drilled hole pattern using aero-ventilation technology reduces overall mass and air resistance, enhancing responsiveness and articulation. High Impact hammering combined with the traditional finish contributes to the cymbal's dark aesthetic while maintaining the cutting edge needed for modern production and session demands.

Key Features

• 14-inch diameter
• B20 bronze construction
• O-Zone and Aero combination treatment
• Precision-drilled hole pattern for aero-ventilation
• High Impact hammering
• Traditional finish
• Effect cymbal classification
• Dark, trashy tone with bright high-frequency response
• Fast, cutting attack
• Quick decay for clean articulation
• Model S14ZE
• Made in Canada

The Stratus Zero excels as a focused effect cymbal that balances dark character with articulate cut—essential for drum sessions demanding precision, definition, and mic-friendly control in the mix.