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Best Zultan 21" Ride Cymbals 2025

Premium Zultan 21" ride cymbals - legendary tone and craftsmanship

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Progressive For Jazz Fusion For Medium-Heavy Playing For Studio Recording For Expressive Playing
BRANDS: Zultan Meinl Zildjian Sabian Istanbul Agop
Zultan 21" Caz Ride Sizzle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Zultan 21" Caz Ride Sizzle

by Zultan
Expressive Playing Medium-Heavy Playing Progressive
Key Feature:
• Good projection for medium-large venues
✓ PROS
  • • Great sustain and wash capabilities
  • • Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
✗ CONS
  • • Requires developed technique to control
  • • May be overpowering in small venues

Zultan 21" Caz Ride SizzleSizzle Ride CymbalSize: 21"Material: B20 BronzeHand hammeredFull sounding bellRide...

⭐ 5.0/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 278670
$285
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Zultan 21" F5 Metal Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Zultan 21" F5 Metal Ride

by Zultan
Jazz Fusion Studio Recording Medium-Heavy Playing
Key Feature:
• Professional sound quality
✓ PROS
  • • Good projection for medium-large venues
  • • Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier physical weight
  • • More expensive than standard sizes

Zultan 21" F5 Metal RideRide cymbalSize: 21"F5 Series100% handmadeMade of B-20 bronzeHeavy ride cymbal with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 475513
$263
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Zultan 21" Aeon Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Zultan 21" Aeon Ride

by Zultan
Rock Expressive Playing Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Good projection for medium-large venues
✓ PROS
  • • Great sustain and wash capabilities
  • • Professional sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than standard sizes
  • • Can mask other instruments if overplayed

Zultan 21" Aeon RideRide CymbalSize: 21"Material: B25 bronze alloy (75% copper25%...

⭐ 4.7/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 540952
$318
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Zultan 21" Heritage Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Zultan 21" Heritage Ride

by Zultan
Rock Studio Recording Medium-Heavy Playing
Key Feature:
• Good projection for medium-large venues
✓ PROS
  • • Good projection for medium-large venues
  • • Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier physical weight
  • • Can mask other instruments if overplayed

Zultan 21" Heritage RideRide CymbalHeritage SeriesSize: 21"A 100% handmade cymbalmanufactured according to an...

⭐ 4.6/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 422415
$366
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Zultan 21" Raw Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Zultan 21" Raw Ride

by Zultan
Medium-Heavy Playing Progressive Rock
Key Feature:
• Great sustain and wash capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for expressive ride playing
  • • Professional sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • Can mask other instruments if overplayed
  • • May be overpowering in small venues

Zultan 21" Raw RideRide CymbalSize: 21"Raw SeriesMade of B20 bronzeDarkwarm and full sound100%...

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 383185
$241
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Zultan 21" Dune Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Zultan 21" Dune Ride

by Zultan
Medium-Heavy Playing Rock Jazz Fusion
Key Feature:
• Excellent for expressive ride playing
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
  • • Good projection for medium-large venues
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier physical weight
  • • Can mask other instruments if overplayed

Zultan 21" Dune RideRide CymbalSize: 21"Dune seriesHand hammeredPremium ride cymbal from traditional Turkish...

⭐ 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 450111
$296
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Zultan 21" Aeon Light Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Zultan 21" Aeon Light Ride

by Zultan
Jazz Fusion Medium-Heavy Playing Progressive
Key Feature:
• Excellent for expressive ride playing
✓ PROS
  • • Great sustain and wash capabilities
  • • Good projection for medium-large venues
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than standard sizes
  • • Requires developed technique to control

Zultan 21" Aeon Light RideLight Ride CymbalSize: 21"Material: B25 bronze alloy (75% copper25% tin)Hand...

⭐ 4.7/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 540951
$318
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 21" Z-Series Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Zultan 21" Z-Series Ride

by Zultan
Medium-Heavy Playing Expressive Playing Progressive
Key Feature:
• Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
  • • Excellent for expressive ride playing
✗ CONS
  • • May be overpowering in small venues
  • • More expensive than standard sizes

Zultan 21" Z-Series RideRide CymbalB20 bronzeHand hammeredDarkearthy sound with an extremely wide tonal...

⭐ 4.5/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 278625
$274
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Zultan 21" Caz Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Zultan 21" Caz Ride

by Zultan
Progressive Rock Expressive Playing
Key Feature:
• Professional sound quality
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for expressive ride playing
  • • Professional sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than standard sizes
  • • May be overpowering in small venues

Zultan 21" Caz RideRide CymbalB20 bronzeHand hammeredFull-sounding bellRide cymbal with a unique blend of broad...

⭐ 4.7/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 278669
$274
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 21" Ride Dark Matter - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Zultan 21" Ride Dark Matter

by Zultan
Rock Medium-Heavy Playing Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Excellent for expressive ride playing
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
  • • Excellent for expressive ride playing
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than standard sizes
  • • May be overpowering in small venues

Zultan 21" Ride Dark MatterRide CymbalSize: 21"Dark Matter Line100% Hand hammeredDarkwarm-sounding sound...

⭐ 4.5/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 528387
$241
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 21" Raw Jazz Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Zultan 21" Raw Jazz Ride

by Zultan
Jazz Fusion Medium-Heavy Playing Rock
Key Feature:
• Good projection for medium-large venues
✓ PROS
  • • Professional sound quality
  • • Good projection for medium-large venues
✗ CONS
  • • Requires developed technique to control
  • • Can mask other instruments if overplayed

Zultan 21" Raw Jazz RideRide CymbalSize: 21"Raw SeriesMade of B20 bronzeDarkwarm and full sound100%...

⭐ 4.9/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 383417
$241
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 21" Q Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Zultan 21" Q Ride

by Zultan
Expressive Playing Rock Medium-Heavy Playing
Key Feature:
• Great sustain and wash capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Great sustain and wash capabilities
  • • Excellent for expressive ride playing
✗ CONS
  • • Can mask other instruments if overplayed
  • • Requires developed technique to control

Zultan 21" Q RideRide CymbalSize: 21"Q SeriesGreat bell soundMore powerfuldefined and loud stick attack with...

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 415086
$263
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best 21" 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 21" 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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