Best Zultan 20" Ride Cymbals 2025

Premium Zultan 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

Zultan 20" Heritage Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Zultan 20" Heritage Ride

by Zultan

Universal Applications All Genres Jazz

Key Feature:

• Most popular and versatile ride size

✓ PROS

• Most popular and versatile ride size
• Wide selection of models and weights

✗ CONS

• May lack character of specialty sizes
• May not excel in highly specific applications

Zultan 20" Heritage RideRide CymbalHeritage SeriesSize: 20"100% Handmade in accordance with traditional...

⭐ 4.9/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 422414

$351

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Zultan 20" Mellow Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Zultan 20" Mellow Ride

by Zultan

Universal Applications Jazz Standard Setup

Key Feature:

• Great for virtually any musical style

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Zultan 20" Mellow RideRide CymbalSize: 20"Mellow SeriesMaterial: B-20 bronze alloyReduces the volume by up to...

⭐ 4.6/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 561632

$329

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Zultan 20" Heritage Flat Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Zultan 20" Heritage Flat Ride

by Zultan

Universal Applications Jazz Standard Setup

Key Feature:

• Excellent balance of all characteristics

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Zultan 20" Heritage Flat RideFlat Ride CymbalSize: 20"Heritage Series100% Handmade cymbal according to old...

⭐ 5.0/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 571169

$296

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Zultan 20" Ride 25 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Zultan 20" Ride 25

by Zultan

Standard Setup Jazz Pop

Key Feature:

• Most popular and versatile ride size

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Zultan 20" Ride 25Ride Cymbal25th anniversary seriesSize: 20"Material: B20 BronzeHigh-quality cymbal series...

⭐ 4.9/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 611996

$274

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Zultan 20" Rock Beat Medium Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Zultan 20" Rock Beat Medium Ride

by Zultan

Jazz Rock All Genres

Key Feature:

• Excellent balance of all characteristics

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Zultan 20" Rock Beat Medium RideRide CymbalSize: 20"Rock Beat SeriesModel: MediumMade of B20...

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 269733

$241

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Zultan 20" Z-Series Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Zultan 20" Z-Series Ride

by Zultan

Jazz Rock All Genres

Key Feature:

• Wide selection of models and weights

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

• Requires good technique for optimal sound
• May lack character of specialty sizes

Zultan 20" Z-Series RideRideMaterial: B20 BronzeHand hammeredDarkearthy sound with an extremely wide tonal...

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 278623

$263

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Zultan 20" Q Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Zultan 20" Q Ride

by Zultan

Rock Pop Standard Setup

Key Feature:

• Excellent balance of all characteristics

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

• Competition in frequency range with other cymbals
• Can sound generic without careful selection

Zultan 20" Q RideRide CymbalSize: 20""Q" SeriesGreat dome soundStrong defined loud stick stroke...

⭐ 4.7/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 268248

$241

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Zultan 20" Rock Beat Heavy Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Zultan 20" Rock Beat Heavy Ride

by Zultan

Standard Setup Rock All Genres

Key Feature:

• Great for virtually any musical style

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Zultan 20" Rock Beat Heavy RideRide CymbalRock Beat seriesPower bellLoud cymbal with fullpowerful basic...

⭐ 4.6/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 269741

$241

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Zultan 20" Raw Jazz Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Zultan 20" Raw Jazz Ride

by Zultan

All Genres Standard Setup Rock

Key Feature:

• Wide selection of models and weights

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Zultan 20" Raw Jazz RideRide CymbalSize: 20 "Raw SeriesFrom B20 bronzeDarkerwarmer and fuller tone100%...

⭐ 4.9/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 383416

$219

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Zultan 20" Aeon Light Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.7/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Zultan 20" Aeon Light Ride

by Zultan

Standard Setup Jazz Rock

Key Feature:

• Wide selection of models and weights

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Zultan 20" Aeon Light RideLight Ride CymbalSize: 20"Material: B25 bronze alloy (75% copper25%...

⭐ 4.7/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 540976

$285

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Zultan 20" Ride CS Series - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.8/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Zultan 20" Ride CS Series

by Zultan

Universal Applications Jazz Pop

Key Feature:

• Great for virtually any musical style

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Zultan 20" Ride CS SeriesRide CymbalSize: 20"Premium ride cymbal from Turkish manufactureCS SeriesMade of B25...

⭐ 4.8/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 281102

$274

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Zultan 20" Ride Dark Matter - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.9/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Zultan 20" Ride Dark Matter

by Zultan

Rock All Genres Pop

Key Feature:

• Excellent balance of all characteristics

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Zultan 20" Ride Dark MatterRideSize: 20"Dark Matter Line100% Hand-hammeredDarkwarm sounding characteristics...

⭐ 4.9/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 326512

$219

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Zultan 20" Aeon Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.7/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Zultan 20" Aeon Ride

by Zultan

Jazz All Genres Rock

Key Feature:

• Most popular and versatile ride size

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

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

Zultan 20" Aeon RideRide CymbalSize: 20"Material: B25 bronze alloy (75% copper25% tin)Hand-hammeredCompletely...

⭐ 4.7/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 540975

$285

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Zultan 20" Caz Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.5/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Zultan 20" Caz Ride

by Zultan

Rock Jazz Pop

Key Feature:

• Wide selection of models and weights

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

• Can sound generic without careful selection
• May lack character of specialty sizes

Zultan 20" Caz RideRide CymbalSize: 20"Material: B20 BronzeHand hammeredFull-sounding bellRide cymbal with a...

⭐ 4.5/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 278668

$241

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Zultan 20" Raw Flat Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Zultan 20" Raw Flat Ride

by Zultan

Universal Applications Jazz Pop

Key Feature:

• Great for virtually any musical style

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

• May lack character of specialty sizes
• May not excel in highly specific applications

Zultan 20" Raw Flat RideFlat Ride CymbalSize: 20"Raw SeriesMade of B20 bronzeDarkwarm and full sound100%...

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 383181

$219

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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 Zultan 20" Ride Cymbals 2025

Zultan 20" Heritage Ride

Zultan 20" Mellow Ride

Zultan 20" Heritage Flat Ride

Zultan 20" Ride 25

Zultan 20" Rock Beat Medium Ride

Zultan 20" Z-Series Ride

Zultan 20" Q Ride

Zultan 20" Rock Beat Heavy Ride

Zultan 20" Raw Jazz Ride

Zultan 20" Aeon Light Ride

Zultan 20" Ride CS Series

Zultan 20" Ride Dark Matter

Zultan 20" Aeon Ride

Zultan 20" Caz Ride

Zultan 20" Raw Flat Ride

How to Choose the Best 20" Ride Cymbals

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when buying 20" ride cymbals?

How much should I spend on 20" ride cymbals?

Are expensive 20" ride cymbals worth the investment?

What are the best brands for 20" ride cymbals?

Should I buy 20" ride cymbals online or in-store?

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