Sabian 22" HHX Complex Big Cup Ride

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Sabian 22" HHX Complex Big Cup Ride

Sabian

22" HHX Complex Big Cup Ride

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 618657
Brand: Sabian
Model: 22" HHX Complex Big Cup Ride
Price: $746.90

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This Complex Big Cup Ride is a serious player's cymbal. It’s got a gorgeous, full sound with a really defined bell that cuts through – perfect for players who need both warmth and clarity, especially in modern worship, rock, or even some jazz settings. It's a substantial investment, but the sonic payoff is significant.

Product Description

  • Sabian 22" HHX Complex Big Cup Ride
  • Ride Cymbal
  • Size: 22"
  • Material: B20 bronze
  • Combination of HH and HHX hammering
  • Emphasised hand-hammered bell
  • Crisp sticking over an otherwise warm fundamental tone
PROS
  • • Exceptional bell definition provides clear, articulate accents.
  • • Big cup design offers a warm, complex wash with surprising stick definition.
  • • B20 bronze construction delivers a rich, resonant, and musical tone.
  • • Hand-hammering creates nuanced sonic textures and a beautifully finished surface.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, placing it out of reach for many drummers.
  • • The complex wash might not suit all musical genres; less ideal for very dry styles.
  • • Relatively heavy, potentially fatiguing in extended playing sessions.

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Key Features

Size 22"
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Natural
Sound Character Warm, complex, articulate bell
Bell Size Large
Weight Approximately 2800g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Complex has a more pronounced big cup area creating a wider, more complex wash compared to the more focused sound of a standard HHX Ride.
The hand-hammering is integral to the sound; it creates those nuanced overtones and a more responsive, musical feel beyond just visual appeal.
While it has a wash, the crisp sticking and defined bell allow for controlled rhythms; it's versatile, but might require careful miking to avoid muddiness in very dense mixes.

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