Best 22" Ride Cymbals for Intermediate 2025

Perfect 22" ride cymbals for intermediate - easy to play and learn on

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Hard Rock For Progressive For Power Playing For Large Venues For Heavy Music

BRANDS: Meinl Paiste Zultan Istanbul Agop Zildjian Istanbul Mehmet Sabian

Zildjian 22" Kerope Med. Thin High Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (42 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Zildjian 22" Kerope Med. Thin High Ride

by Zildjian

Progressive Heavy Music Hard Rock

Key Feature:

• Powerful projection and presence

✓ PROS

• Excellent sustain and crash capability
• Rich, full-bodied ride sound

✗ CONS

• Expensive investment
• Can be overwhelming in small spaces

Zildjian 22" Kerope Med. Thin High RideRide CymbalSize: 22"Kerope seriesTraditional finishWeight: Medium...

⭐ 4.7/5 (42 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 617668

$1,484

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Istanbul Agop 22" Xist Power Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Istanbul Agop 22" Xist Power Ride

by Istanbul Agop

Hard Rock Rock Heavy Music

Key Feature:

• Rich, full-bodied ride sound

✓ PROS

• Impressive visual and sonic impact
• Rich, full-bodied ride sound

✗ CONS

• May ring too much for intricate patterns
• Requires strong cymbal stand

Istanbul Agop 22" Ride CymbalXist Seriespower versionBrilliant Finishprofessional quality in B20 (80% Copper20%...

⭐ 4.5/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 621976

$406

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Istanbul Agop 22" Traditional Jazz Med. Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Istanbul Agop 22" Traditional Jazz Med. Ride

by Istanbul Agop

Progressive Power Playing Heavy Music

Key Feature:

• Excellent sustain and crash capability

✓ PROS

• Impressive visual and sonic impact
• Rich, full-bodied ride sound

✗ CONS

• May ring too much for intricate patterns
• Can be overwhelming in small spaces

Istanbul Agop 22" Traditional Jazz Med. RideRide CymbalSize: 22"Traditional SeriesMaterial: B20 bronzeHand...

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 581326

$494

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Sabian 22" HHX BFM World Ride Cymbal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Sabian 22" HHX BFM World Ride Cymbal

by Sabian

Power Playing Hard Rock Progressive

Key Feature:

• Rich, full-bodied ride sound

✓ PROS

• Great for large venue performance
• Excellent sustain and crash capability

✗ CONS

• Requires strong cymbal stand
• Can be overwhelming in small spaces

Sabian 22" HHX BFM World Ride CymbalRide CymbalSize: 22"HHX BFM World RideDeveloped with Brian...

⭐ 4.6/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 590041

$725

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Meinl 22" Byz. Sizzle Jazz Ch. Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Meinl 22" Byz. Sizzle Jazz Ch. Ride

by Meinl

Power Playing Large Venues Hard Rock

Key Feature:

• Powerful projection and presence

✓ PROS

• Powerful projection and presence
• Excellent sustain and crash capability

✗ CONS

• Can be overwhelming in small spaces
• Requires strong cymbal stand

Meinl 22" Byz. Sizzle Jazz Ch. RideChina Ride CymbalByzance seriesSize: 22"Jazz model (brilliant)Cymbal with...

⭐ 4.8/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 613803

$659

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Meinl 22" Byzance Equilibrium Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (9 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Meinl 22" Byzance Equilibrium Ride

by Meinl

Progressive Power Playing Heavy Music

Key Feature:

• Powerful projection and presence

✓ PROS

• Powerful projection and presence
• Excellent sustain and crash capability

✗ CONS

• Requires strong cymbal stand
• Can be overwhelming in small spaces

Meinl 22" Byzance Equilibrium RideRide CymbalMatt Garstka (Equilibrium) signature modelSize: 22"Byzance...

⭐ 4.5/5 (9 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 557702

$681

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Zultan 22" Mellow Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Zultan 22" Mellow Ride

by Zultan

Heavy Music Power Playing Large Venues

Key Feature:

• Impressive visual and sonic impact

✓ PROS

• Excellent sustain and crash capability
• Impressive visual and sonic impact

✗ CONS

• May ring too much for intricate patterns
• Requires strong cymbal stand

Zultan 22" Mellow RideRide CymbalSize: 22"Mellow SeriesMaterial: B-20 bronze alloyReduces the volume by up to...

⭐ 4.4/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 561633

$351

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Zultan 22" Aeon Light Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Zultan 22" Aeon Light Ride

by Zultan

Rock Hard Rock Heavy Music

Key Feature:

• Impressive visual and sonic impact

✓ PROS

• Excellent sustain and crash capability
• Impressive visual and sonic impact

✗ CONS

• Physically demanding to play effectively
• May ring too much for intricate patterns

Zultan 22" Aeon Light RideLight Ride CymbalSize: 22"Material: B25 bronze alloy (75% copper / 25%...

⭐ 4.7/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 540949

$347

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Paiste 22" Masters Dark Flatride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Paiste 22" Masters Dark Flatride

by Paiste

Progressive Heavy Music Power Playing

Key Feature:

• Powerful projection and presence

✓ PROS

• Powerful projection and presence
• Great for large venue performance

✗ CONS

• Physically demanding to play effectively
• Can be overwhelming in small spaces

Paiste 22" Masters Dark FlatrideRide cymbalMasters Collection SeriesSize: 22"Material: CuSn20 bronzeDarkeasy...

⭐ 5.0/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 547563

$725

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Istanbul Agop 22" Traditional Crash Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.8/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Istanbul Agop 22" Traditional Crash Ride

by Istanbul Agop

Progressive Hard Rock Heavy Music

Key Feature:

• Great for large venue performance

✓ PROS

• Powerful projection and presence
• Rich, full-bodied ride sound

✗ CONS

• Expensive investment
• Physically demanding to play effectively

Istanbul Agop 22" Traditional Crash RideCrash/Ride CymbalSize: 22"Traditional SeriesMaterial: B20 bronzeHand...

⭐ 4.8/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 581324

$527

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Sabian 22" Stratus Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.9/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Sabian 22" Stratus Ride

by Sabian

Power Playing Hard Rock Rock

Key Feature:

• Powerful projection and presence

✓ PROS

• Impressive visual and sonic impact
• Great for large venue performance

✗ CONS

• Can be overwhelming in small spaces
• Physically demanding to play effectively

Sabian 22" Stratus RideRide CymbalSize: 22"Material: B-20 BronzeHigh impact hammeredTraditional finishWarm...

⭐ 4.9/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 577412

$505

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Istanbul Mehmet 22" Original Ride Traditional - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.8/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Istanbul Mehmet 22" Original Ride Traditional

by Istanbul Mehmet

Progressive Hard Rock Heavy Music

Key Feature:

• Great for large venue performance

✓ PROS

• Excellent sustain and crash capability
• Great for large venue performance

✗ CONS

• Physically demanding to play effectively
• Requires strong cymbal stand

Istanbul Mehmet 22" Original Ride Traditional SeriesRide cymbalROR22Size 22"Regular versionVery expressive...

⭐ 4.8/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 531418

$494

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Meinl 22" Pure Alloy E.Hammered C-R - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.6/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Meinl 22" Pure Alloy E.Hammered C-R

by Meinl

Power Playing Heavy Music Large Venues

Key Feature:

• Rich, full-bodied ride sound

✓ PROS

• Great for large venue performance
• Rich, full-bodied ride sound

✗ CONS

• Expensive investment
• Physically demanding to play effectively

Meinl 22" Pure Alloy E.Hammered C-RRide CymbalSize: 22"Pure Alloy SeriesFinish: TraditionalStrong machine...

⭐ 4.6/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 581433

$461

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Istanbul Mehmet 22" Ride IMC Natural - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.8/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Istanbul Mehmet 22" Ride IMC Natural

by Istanbul Mehmet

Hard Rock Rock Progressive

Key Feature:

• Impressive visual and sonic impact

✓ PROS

• Great for large venue performance
• Powerful projection and presence

✗ CONS

• Requires strong cymbal stand
• Physically demanding to play effectively

Istanbul Mehmet 22" Ride IMC NaturalRide CymbalSize: 22"Material: B20 bronzeFinish: NaturalHigh-quality...

⭐ 4.8/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 609359

$340

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Zultan 22" Aeon Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.8/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Zultan 22" Aeon Ride

by Zultan

Large Venues Progressive Rock

Key Feature:

• Excellent sustain and crash capability

✓ PROS

• Excellent sustain and crash capability
• Powerful projection and presence

✗ CONS

• Expensive investment
• Physically demanding to play effectively

Zultan 22" Aeon RideRide CymbalSize: 22"Material: B25 bronze alloy (75% copper / 25%...

⭐ 4.8/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 540945

$351

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How to Choose the Best 22" 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 22" 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 22" Ride Cymbals for Intermediate 2025

Zildjian 22" Kerope Med. Thin High Ride

Istanbul Agop 22" Xist Power Ride

Istanbul Agop 22" Traditional Jazz Med. Ride

Sabian 22" HHX BFM World Ride Cymbal

Meinl 22" Byz. Sizzle Jazz Ch. Ride

Meinl 22" Byzance Equilibrium Ride

Zultan 22" Mellow Ride

Zultan 22" Aeon Light Ride

Paiste 22" Masters Dark Flatride

Istanbul Agop 22" Traditional Crash Ride

Sabian 22" Stratus Ride

Istanbul Mehmet 22" Original Ride Traditional

Meinl 22" Pure Alloy E.Hammered C-R

Istanbul Mehmet 22" Ride IMC Natural

Zultan 22" Aeon Ride

How to Choose the Best 22" Ride Cymbals

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when buying 22" ride cymbals?

How much should I spend on 22" ride cymbals?

Are expensive 22" ride cymbals worth the investment?

What are the best brands for 22" ride cymbals?

Should I buy 22" ride cymbals online or in-store?

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