Masterwork 20" Troy Traditional Ride

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Masterwork 20" Troy Traditional Ride

Masterwork

20" Troy Traditional Ride

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 611375
Model: 20" Troy Traditional Ride
Price: $207.90

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This Troy Traditional Ride is a beautifully crafted cymbal, offering a really lovely, vintage-inspired sound. It’s perfect for players seeking a warm, musical ride that responds well to subtle dynamics – think jazz, acoustic, or softer rock styles. It’s a great choice for drummers wanting a more organic and expressive ride without the premium price tag of some other hand-hammered models.

Product Description

  • Masterwork 20" Troy Traditional Ride
  • Ride Cymbal
  • Size: 20"
  • Material: B25 bronze
  • Finish: Traditional
  • Hand-hammered
  • Lighter and thinner than Troy Brilliant cymbals
PROS
  • • B25 bronze delivers a warm, complex wash with shimmering highs.
  • • Hand-hammering creates nuanced stick definition and organic feel.
  • • Thinner profile produces a responsive, articulate stick response.
  • • Traditional finish adds a vintage aesthetic and slightly darker tone.
CONS
  • • Lighter weight may not suit drummers needing a more robust, cutting sound.
  • • Traditional finish requires more careful cleaning to prevent tarnish.
  • • Sound leans toward vintage, limiting its versatility in modern, bright genres.

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Key Features

Size 20"
Material B25 bronze
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Warm, complex wash with shimmering highs, vintage articulation
Bell Size Approximately 6.5"
Weight Medium-light

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Traditional finish is less polished, resulting in a darker, more complex tone and requiring more frequent cleaning to prevent oxidation. The Brilliant finish is brighter and easier to maintain.
While playable, the lighter weight and vintage character won’t cut through a heavily amplified mix as well as a heavier, brighter ride. It's better suited for more nuanced and dynamic playing styles.
The hand-hammering and thinner profile create a more responsive and ‘alive’ feel under the stick, offering a more organic connection compared to the more consistently manufactured Brilliant series.

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