Best Sabian 20" Ride Cymbals 2025

Premium Sabian 20" ride cymbals - legendary tone and craftsmanship

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Pop For Jazz For All Genres For Standard Setup For Universal Applications

BRANDS: Paiste Meinl Zultan Zildjian Istanbul Mehmet Istanbul Agop Sabian Masterwork

Sabian 20" HHX Complex Medium Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Sabian 20" HHX Complex Medium Ride

by Sabian

Universal Applications Rock Standard Setup

Key Feature:

• Most popular and versatile ride size

✓ PROS

• Great for virtually any musical style
• Industry standard for most drummers

✗ CONS

• May not excel in highly specific applications
• Competition in frequency range with other cymbals

Sabian 20" HHX Complex Medium RideMedium Ride CymbalSize: 20"Series: HHX ComplexMaterial: B20...

⭐ 4.7/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 476112

$611

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Sabian 20" Ride Holger Müller Sign. - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Sabian 20" Ride Holger Müller Sign.

by Sabian

Rock All Genres Standard Setup

Key Feature:

• Wide selection of models and weights

✓ PROS

• Excellent balance of all characteristics
• Most popular and versatile ride size

✗ CONS

• Can sound generic without careful selection
• May not excel in highly specific applications

Sabian 20" Ride Holger Müller Sign.RideSize: 20"”Holger Müller” Signature seriessoftfull soundImmediate...

⭐ 4.8/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 171874

$754

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Sabian 20" FRX Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Sabian 20" FRX Ride

by Sabian

All Genres Pop Jazz

Key Feature:

• Great for virtually any musical style

✓ PROS

• Wide selection of models and weights
• Excellent balance of all characteristics

✗ CONS

• May not excel in highly specific applications
• Can sound generic without careful selection

Sabian 20" FRX RideRide CymbalSize: 20"FRX SeriesFrequency-reduced cymbalMade from B20 bronzeA special cymbal...

⭐ 5.0/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 430608

$648

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Sabian 20" Stratus Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Sabian 20" Stratus Ride

by Sabian

Universal Applications All Genres Rock

Key Feature:

• Wide selection of models and weights

✓ PROS

• Excellent balance of all characteristics
• Wide selection of models and weights

✗ CONS

• May not excel in highly specific applications
• Requires good technique for optimal sound

Sabian 20" Stratus RideRide CymbalSize: 20"Material: B-20 BronzeHigh impact hammeredTraditional finishWarm...

⭐ 4.8/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 577411

$439

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Sabian 20" HHX Evolution Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Sabian 20" HHX Evolution Ride

by Sabian

Pop Universal Applications Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for virtually any musical style

✓ PROS

• Great for virtually any musical style
• Wide selection of models and weights

✗ CONS

• Can sound generic without careful selection
• May not excel in highly specific applications

Sabian 20" HHX Evolution RideRide CymbalHHX Evolution seriesSize: 20"Brilliant finishClearclean stick...

⭐ 4.9/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 165363

$604

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Sabian 20" AAX X-Plosion Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Sabian 20" AAX X-Plosion Ride

by Sabian

Universal Applications Pop All Genres

Key Feature:

• Great for virtually any musical style

✓ PROS

• Industry standard for most drummers
• Excellent balance of all characteristics

✗ CONS

• May not excel in highly specific applications
• Can sound generic without careful selection

Sabian 20" AAX X-Plosion RideRideAAX seriesSize: 20"Brilliant finishB20 alloyLargeraw bellLoud cymbal which...

⭐ 4.7/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 334202

$527

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Sabian 20" HHX Legacy Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Sabian 20" HHX Legacy Ride

by Sabian

Standard Setup Universal Applications Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for virtually any musical style

✓ PROS

• Wide selection of models and weights
• Industry standard for most drummers

✗ CONS

• May lack character of specialty sizes
• Competition in frequency range with other cymbals

Sabian 20" HHX Legacy RideRide CymbalSize: 20"HHX seriesDave Weckl signature modelLegacy rideWith...

⭐ 4.8/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 193438

$611

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Sabian 20" B8X Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Sabian 20" B8X Ride

by Sabian

Jazz All Genres Rock

Key Feature:

• Wide selection of models and weights

✓ PROS

• Industry standard for most drummers
• Most popular and versatile ride size

✗ CONS

• May lack character of specialty sizes
• Competition in frequency range with other cymbals

Sabian 20" B8X RideRideSize: 20"Thickness: mediumB8X SeriesAlloy: B8 bronzeNatural finishHammered...

⭐ 4.7/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 363279

$263

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Sabian 20" SBR Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Sabian 20" SBR Ride

by Sabian

Standard Setup Universal Applications Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for virtually any musical style

✓ PROS

• Great for virtually any musical style
• Industry standard for most drummers

✗ CONS

• Can sound generic without careful selection
• Requires good technique for optimal sound

Sabian 20" SBR RideRide CymbalSize: 20"Material: BrassNaturalStrongclean stick articulation and the bright...

⭐ 4.5/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 319644

$164

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How to Choose the Best 20" 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 20" 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.

Best Sabian 20" Ride Cymbals 2025

Sabian 20" HHX Complex Medium Ride

Sabian 20" Ride Holger Müller Sign.

Sabian 20" FRX Ride

Sabian 20" Stratus Ride

Sabian 20" HHX Evolution Ride

Sabian 20" AAX X-Plosion Ride

Sabian 20" HHX Legacy Ride

Sabian 20" B8X Ride

Sabian 20" SBR Ride

How to Choose the Best 20" Ride Cymbals

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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