AudioFuIstanbul Agop 20" Traditional Medium Ride
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20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Ham. Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Evans 20" dB One Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Paiste 20" Masters Medium Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Zultan 20" Alaris light Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Zultan 20" Alaris Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Zultan 20" Aja Blaze Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Zildjian 20" Z Custom Ride brilliant
20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" Byzance Club Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Zildjian 20" A-Series Ping Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Sabian 20" XSR Rock Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Paiste 20" 602 Series Flatride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Agop 20" Xist Power Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Zultan 20" Ride 25
20" Ride Cymbals
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Masterwork 20" Troy Traditional Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Ride IMC Natural
20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" Byzance Polyphonic Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Paiste 20"900ColorSound HeavyRide PRP
20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" Pure Alloy Thin Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" Pure Alloy E.Hammered Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" Pure Alloy E.Hammered C-R
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Agop 20" Traditional Crash Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Agop 20" 30th Anniversary Flat Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Agop 20" 30th Anniversary Med. Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Sabian 20" Stratus Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Zultan 20" Heritage Flat Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Agop 20" 30th Anniversary Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" Practice HCS Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Millenium 20" Still Series Ride Blue
20" Ride Cymbals
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Millenium 20" Still Series Ride Red
20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" Byzance Big Apple Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Zultan 20" Aeon Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" Classics Custom Dual Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Agop 20" Traditional Original Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Agop 20" Traditional Jazz Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Paiste 20" Signature Power Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" Class. Cust. Dark Heavy Ri
20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" HCS Crash-Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Zildjian 20" I Family Ride Medium
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Agop 20" Custom Series SE Jazz Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Agop 20" Xist Dry Dark Flat Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Black Sea 1623 Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Paiste 20" Signature Mellow Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Meinl 20" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
20" Ride Cymbals
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Zultan 20" Dune Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Agop 20" Agop Signature Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Sabian 20" FRX Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Millenium 20" Still Series Ride regular
20" Ride Cymbals
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About 20" Ride Cymbals
20-inch ride cymbals offer a versatile balance between wash and articulation, ideal for drummers seeking a defined bell without overwhelming the overall kit sound. They’re frequently favored in smaller venues or recording situations where a larger ride might be too boomy. This size provides a manageable diameter for precise control and nuanced playing.
Best for
Studio recordingjazzsmaller venuesacoustic drummingdrummers needing a balanced ride
What to look for
Weight (thinmediumheavy)bell size and pitchoverall tonal character (brightdarkcomplex)stick articulationsustainwash characteristics
20" Ride Cymbals — pros & cons
Pros
- Excellent balance of wash and stick definition for controlled playing.
- Manageable size offers precise control and responsiveness.
- Versatile tonal character suitable for various musical genres.
- Easier to transport and store compared to larger ride cymbals.
Cons
- May lack the powerful projection of larger ride cymbals.
- Can be easily overwhelmed in very loud, high-volume environments.
- Less sustain than larger rides, limiting some playing techniques.
- Bell response may be less pronounced than larger bell sizes.
Questions about 20" Ride Cymbals
How does the cymbal’s weight affect its sound?
Thinner rides generally offer more wash and quicker response, while heavier rides produce a drier, more defined sound with increased sustain.
What’s the difference between a ‘thin’ and ‘medium’ 20” ride?
A thin ride is lighter and more responsive, emphasizing wash and a quick decay. A medium ride offers a balance of both characteristics, with more projection and sustain than a thin.
I’m recording drums; is a 20” ride a good choice?
Absolutely. The controlled nature of a 20” ride minimizes unwanted boominess, making it excellent for capturing clean, detailed drum tracks.