Zildjian K Custom Special Dry Ride 21" Ride Cymbal
The K Custom Special Dry Ride 21" is a medium-thin ride cymbal with a dry, funky, earthy sound and a fast attack that lets almost no wash build up. Every stroke sounds, then fades: a very readable pattern, with grit.
What sets it apart
- Dry, funky sound, raw and earthy
- Fast attack
- Plenty of grit, little wash
- Medium-thin weight
A pattern that doesn't blur
An ordinary ride builds up wash when you play fast eighth notes. The Special Dry does the opposite: Zildjian describes it as a cymbal that shuts down quickly. Every stroke stays distinct, even at high tempos, which suits tight grooves.
The Special Dry range's ride
The Special Dry Ride comes in a single size, 21", in a medium-thin weight. It pairs naturally with the 18" and 20" Special Dry crashes for a fully dry setup. Zildjian does not publish a Sound Lab rating for this model.
Specifications
| Diameter | 21" |
|---|---|
| Weight | Medium-thin |
| Series | K Custom |
| Character | Dry, funky and earthy |
What it's for
- Funk, hip-hop and neo-soul
- Tight grooves at high tempos
- Studio work, for a pattern that stays clean on mic
Compared with other manufacturers
These dry 21" rides from other makers also aim for a short sound:
| Manufacturer | Model | Diameter | Stated character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zildjian | K Custom Special Dry Ride | 21" | Dry, funky, earthy |
| Paiste | Masters Dry Ride | 21" | Light, dark, short sustain |
| Paiste | Masters Extra Dry Ride | 21" | Light, dark, short sustain |
| Sabian | HHX Raw Bell Dry Ride | 21" | Medium-heavy |
Frequently asked questions
- What is a dry ride cymbal?
- A ride whose sound stops quickly after each stroke, with very little wash. You mostly hear the stick's "tick", which makes the pattern very precise.
- Special Dry 21" ride or Special Dry 20" crash?
- The ride is medium-thin, built to hold a pattern. The 20" crash is thin, built for accents, even though its high definition allows a light pattern.
- Does it come in 20" or 22"?
- No. Zildjian offers the K Custom Special Dry Ride in 21" only.
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