Zildjian A Custom Medium Ride 20" Ride Cymbal
The A Custom Medium Ride 20" is a ride cymbal with a brilliant finish and a low profile, with a bright, clean sound coloured by warm undertones. It answers the drummer who wants a clear studio ride where every stroke stands out, with a bell that rings out frankly.
What sets it apart
- Bright sound with clean stick definition
- Colourful, warm undertones
- Clear-sounding bell
- Brilliant finish and lower profile, the A Custom signature
A ride designed for the studio
Zildjian explains that the brilliant finish, distinctive tonal grooves and low profile of A Customs give a smoother, glassier and brighter sound, with more give when struck. That is what made the line so sought after in the studio. On a ride, this character comes out as a clear stroke that never turns harsh on the microphone.
What the bell does
Zildjian notes that, all else being equal, a large bell adds overtones and lengthens the sound, while a small bell reduces ring and brings the stroke forward. The clear bell on this ride is there for accents and bell patterns, without drowning the rest.
Specifications
| Diameter | 20" |
|---|---|
| Finish | Brilliant |
| Profile | Low |
| Series | A Custom |
| Bell | Clear sound |
What it's for
- Studio ride for pop, rock and R&B
- Bell patterns in funk and Latin music
- A clearer second ride next to a dark ride
Compared with other manufacturers
These 20" medium rides from other makers also aim for clarity:
| Manufacturer | Model | Diameter | Stated character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zildjian | A Custom Medium Ride | 20" | Bright, clear bell |
| Sabian | XSR Ride | 20" | Mid-sized bell, solid groove |
| Paiste | Formula 602 Classic Medium Ride | 20" | Sparkling stick, balanced |
| Dream | Energy Ride | 20" | Unlathed bell that cuts |
Frequently asked questions
- A Custom Ride or A Custom Medium Ride?
- Zildjian presents both at 20" with a very similar sound description: bright, clean, warm undertones, clear bell. Since the maker does not detail further what separates them, the best approach is to compare them by ear.
- What is the bell of a ride for?
- For playing accents or patterns that are more piercing than on the body of the cymbal. A clear bell like this one stands out distinctly in a funk or Latin groove.
- Does the ride go on the left or the right?
- For a right-handed drummer, on the right, above the floor tom, within reach of the right hand. A left-handed player sets it up as a mirror image.
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