The swish cymbal and the pang cymbal are exotic ride cymbals originally developed and named as part of the collaboration between Gene Krupa and the Avedis Zildjian Company. The current Zildjian Swish
Original design Zildjian swish cymbal with six rivets, mounted bell up
Eugene Bertram Krupa was an American jazz drummer, bandleader, and composer. Krupa is widely regarded as one of the most influential drummers in the history of popular music. His drum solo on Benny Go
Krupa in 1944
Krupa performing in New York City, 1946
Krupa's grave at Holy Cross Cemetery
Gene Krupa Drive in Yonkers, New York