Zildjian K Constantinople Medium Ride 20" Ride Cymbal
The K Constantinople Medium Ride 20" is a medium-weight, dry ride cymbal with a bold, well-defined stick sound surrounded by pleasing overtones and wash. It is the heaviest K Constantinople ride: the one to choose when you want more articulation without leaving that dark character behind.
What sets it apart
- Bolder, more defined stick sound
- A little more articulation than other K Constantinoples
- Dry ride quality
- Pleasing overtones and wash
The heaviest in its line
K Constantinople rides are mostly thin or medium-thin. The Medium is the heaviest in the line, and that weight translates into a clearer fundamental under the stick. For a drummer who plays fast or backs a horn section, that is what keeps the pattern readable.
Dry, but not closed off
Zildjian describes a dry ride that keeps a good degree of overtones and wash. On the Sound Lab, the 20" rates 4 for brightness and dryness, 5 for definition and sustain: a balance rather than an extreme, which lets the cymbal breathe between strokes.
Specifications
| Diameter | 20" |
|---|---|
| Weight | Medium |
| Series | K Constantinople |
| Brightness | 4/10 |
| Dryness | 4/10 |
| Definition | 5/10 |
| Sustain | 5/10 |
What it's for
- Up-tempo jazz, where the pattern must stay clear
- Backing big bands and horn sections
- Drummers who find the thin K Constantinoples too loose
Compared with other manufacturers
These 20" rides from other makers also focus on definition and warmth:
| Manufacturer | Model | Diameter | Stated character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zildjian | K Constantinople Medium Ride | 20" | Defined, dry, overtones |
| Sabian | Artisan Medium Ride | 20" | Medium |
| Paiste | Masters Dark Crisp Ride | 20" | Medium, dark, long sustain |
| Dream | Dark Matter Energy Ride | 20" | Articulate, raw bell |
Frequently asked questions
- K Constantinople Medium Ride 20" or 22"?
- The 22" is darker (brightness 3), more defined and longer (6 and 6). The 20" stays more compact and easier to control at low volume.
- Which K Constantinople ride should you pick?
- The Medium for definition, since it is the heaviest. The 22" Thin Overhammered for controlled wash and a "growl" grain. The Renaissance for a slightly trashy sound in small and medium rooms. The Medium Thin Low for more wash and a lower pitch.
- Is it a good jazz ride?
- It has the dark character, and its medium weight gives the clarity you want at fast tempos or with a large ensemble. For a broader wash, a thinner K Constantinople will suit better.
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