Zildjian K 20" Crash Ride Cymbal
The K 20" Crash Ride is a dual-purpose cymbal from the K family: you play a ride pattern on it, then crash it for an accent, without switching cymbals. It suits the drummer who wants a dark sound and a stripped-down kit without giving up definition or burst.
What sets it apart
- Dual purpose: ride and crash in one cymbal
- Dry crash qualities, good ride definition
- Very responsive, medium thin weight
- A darker flavour, typical of the K family
How a crash ride works
A crash ride sits between the two roles. In the middle, you play the pattern: Zildjian rates its definition 7 out of 10, enough for each stroke to stay readable. On the edge, it opens fast thanks to its medium thin weight and gives a fairly dry crash that does not drown what follows.
On a three-cymbal kit, it can replace the ride; on a fuller kit, it serves as a low crash on the right, with the option of riding it for a verse.
20" or 21"
Zildjian offers the K Crash Ride in 20" and 21". The 20" is a little brighter (6 against 5 out of 10) and less dry; the 21" is lower and drier. Both keep the same definition.
Specifications
| Diameter | 20" |
|---|---|
| Weight | Medium thin |
| Use | Crash and ride |
| Family | K |
| Brightness | 6/10 |
| Dryness | 3/10 |
| Definition | 7/10 |
| Sustain | 7/10 |
What it's for
- A three-cymbal kit, in jazz or soul
- A second ride or low crash on the right side
- Cafés, bars or small rooms where you travel light
Compared with other manufacturers
At 20", these dual-purpose cymbals from other makers play the same role:
| Manufacturer | Model | Diameter | Stated character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zildjian | K Crash Ride | 20" | Dark, dry crash, clean ride |
| Paiste | Masters Dark Crash Ride | 20" | Dark, buttery, cloudy wash |
| Dream | Contact Crash Ride | 20" | Warm ping, forgiving shoulder |
| Dream | Bliss Crash Ride | 20" | Thin, soft shoulder |
| Dream | Energy Crash Ride | 20" | Bright, articulate, raw bell |
Frequently asked questions
- How does a crash ride cymbal work?
- It combines both roles: you play the pattern in the middle, where definition is good, and crash the edge, which opens fast. One cymbal does the work of two.
- Crash ride or ride?
- A pure ride gives more control and definition. A crash ride trades a little precision for the ability to crash freely: ideal when you keep your cymbal count down.
- K Crash Ride 20" or 21"?
- The 20" is a little brighter and more responsive; the 21" is lower and drier. Both have a definition rated 7 out of 10 by Zildjian.
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