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Best 19" Ride Cymbals 2025

Top-rated 19" ride cymbals 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $500
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Jazz For Bebop For Traditional For Medium Venues
BRANDS: Istanbul Mehmet
Istanbul Agop 19" Mel Lewis Sign. Crash-Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Istanbul Agop 19" Mel Lewis Sign. Crash-Ride

by Istanbul Agop
Bebop Jazz Medium Venues
Key Feature:
• Traditional sound for authentic jazz
✓ PROS
  • • Good projection without overpowering
  • • Classic jazz ride proportions
✗ CONS
  • • Can sound thin in some musical contexts
  • • May require specific playing techniques

Istanbul Agop 19" Mel Lewis Sign. Crash-RideCrash CymbalSize: 19"Mel Lewis signature modelGood stick...

⭐ 4.5/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 382959
$450
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Zildjian 19" A-Series Armand Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Zildjian 19" A-Series Armand Ride

by Zildjian
Balanced Sound Traditional Bebop
Key Feature:
• Classic jazz ride proportions
✓ PROS
  • • Good projection without overpowering
  • • Classic jazz ride proportions
✗ CONS
  • • Less common size with fewer options
  • • Limited availability compared to 20" rides

Zildjian 19" A-Series Armand RideRide CymbalSize: 19"Beautiful Baby RideRegular modelBrighter and musical A...

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 169233
$505
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Istanbul Mehmet 19" Medium Ride Traditional - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Medium Ride Traditional

by Istanbul Mehmet
Jazz Traditional Swing
Key Feature:
• Classic jazz ride proportions
✓ PROS
  • • Classic jazz ride proportions
  • • Great balance of stick definition and wash
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability compared to 20" rides
  • • Can sound thin in some musical contexts

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Medium Ride Traditional19" Medium Ride CymbalTraditional seriesRegular modelClear stick...

⭐ 5.0/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 311673
$358
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Paiste 19" Giant Beat Multi Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Paiste 19" Giant Beat Multi Ride

by Paiste
Medium Venues Balanced Sound Jazz
Key Feature:
• Great balance of stick definition and wash
✓ PROS
  • • Classic jazz ride proportions
  • • Good projection without overpowering
✗ CONS
  • • Less common size with fewer options
  • • May require specific playing techniques

Paiste 19" Giant Beat Multi RideRide CymbalsGiant Beat SeriesSize: 19"Made of CuSn8 bronzealso called bronze...

⭐ 4.6/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 407600
$384
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Istanbul Mehmet 19" Vintage Crash Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Vintage Crash Ride

by Istanbul Mehmet
Bebop Swing Traditional
Key Feature:
• Classic jazz ride proportions
✓ PROS
  • • Classic jazz ride proportions
  • • Good projection without overpowering
✗ CONS
  • • May require specific playing techniques
  • • May not cut through heavy rock music

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Vintage Crash Ride, 19" Crash Ride Cymbal, Small bell, Dark and limited overtones

⭐ 4.8/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 311875
$394
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Istanbul Mehmet 19" Medium Ride Sultan Series - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Medium Ride Sultan Series

by Istanbul Mehmet
Balanced Sound Jazz Medium Venues
Key Feature:
• Good projection without overpowering
✓ PROS
  • • Classic jazz ride proportions
  • • Traditional sound for authentic jazz
✗ CONS
  • • Less common size with fewer options
  • • May require specific playing techniques

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Medium Ride Sultan Series19" Medium Ride CymbalSultan seriesSound: Defineddarkvery warm...

⭐ 4.7/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 312378
$358
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Istanbul Mehmet 19" Jazz Ride Turk Series - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Jazz Ride Turk Series

by Istanbul Mehmet
Swing Medium Venues Traditional
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple jazz substyles
✓ PROS
  • • Good projection without overpowering
  • • Classic jazz ride proportions
✗ CONS
  • • May not cut through heavy rock music
  • • Limited availability compared to 20" rides

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Jazz Ride Turk Series19" Jazz Ride CymbalTurk Jazz Rides are lighter and have a lower...

⭐ 4.9/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 311586
$358
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Istanbul Mehmet 19" Legend Dark Ride Sizzle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Legend Dark Ride Sizzle

by Istanbul Mehmet
Swing Bebop Traditional
Key Feature:
• Good projection without overpowering
✓ PROS
  • • Great balance of stick definition and wash
  • • Versatile for multiple jazz substyles
✗ CONS
  • • Less common size with fewer options
  • • Can sound thin in some musical contexts

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Legend Dark Ride Sizzle, 19" Ride Cymbal with Rivets, Natural finish, Specially designed...

⭐ 4.4/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 311718
$358
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Istanbul Mehmet 19" Mehmet Legend Sizzle Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Mehmet Legend Sizzle Ride

by Istanbul Mehmet
Balanced Sound Bebop Swing
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple jazz substyles
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for multiple jazz substyles
  • • Traditional sound for authentic jazz
✗ CONS
  • • Less common size with fewer options
  • • Limited availability compared to 20" rides

Istanbul Mehmet 19" Mehmet Legend Sizzle Ride, 19" Ride Cymbal with Rivets, Natural finish, Specially...

⭐ 4.8/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 311709
$358
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Istanbul Agop 19" Xist Dry Dark Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Istanbul Agop 19" Xist Dry Dark Ride

by Istanbul Agop
Medium Venues Swing Traditional
Key Feature:
• Good projection without overpowering
✓ PROS
  • • Classic jazz ride proportions
  • • Traditional sound for authentic jazz
✗ CONS
  • • Can sound thin in some musical contexts
  • • Limited availability compared to 20" rides

Istanbul Agop 19" Xist Dry Dark RideRide CymbalSize: 19"Xist Dry Dark SeriesB20 BronzeHand-hammeredDark and...

⭐ 4.8/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 474216
$296
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Zultan 19" Heritage Flat Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Zultan 19" Heritage Flat Ride

by Zultan
Bebop Medium Venues Swing
Key Feature:
• Good projection without overpowering
✓ PROS
  • • Great balance of stick definition and wash
  • • Classic jazz ride proportions
✗ CONS
  • • Less common size with fewer options
  • • Limited availability compared to 20" rides

Zultan 19" Heritage Flat RideFlat Ride CymbalSize: 19"Heritage Series100% Handmade cymbal according to old...

⭐ 4.4/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 571168
$274
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How to Choose the Best 19" Ride Cymbals

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 19" ride cymbals typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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