The Avedis Zildjian Company
is a cymbal manufacturer founded in Istanbul by an Armenian named Avedis Zildjian in the time of the Ottomon Empire. Currently located in the United States, it is the world's second largest manufacturer of cymbals, just recently has fallen behind their competitor Sabian. At nearly 400 years old, Zildjian is the oldest family-run business in America and one of the 320 Oldest companies in the world. They also sell drum-related accessories, such as Drum sticks and cymbal bags.
