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Zultan 21" Raw Ride

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Zultan 21" Raw Ride

Zultan

21" Raw Ride

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 383185
Brand: Zultan
Model: 21" Raw Ride
Category: 21" Ride Cymbals
Price: $240.90

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This Zultan Raw Ride is a real gem if you're after a warm, earthy tone without a lot of ringing. It’s fantastic for jazz, acoustic gigs, or anyone wanting a more vintage, controlled ride sound. The hand-hammered quality really shines through, offering a musicality you don't always find at this price point.

Product Description

  • Zultan 21" Raw Ride
  • Ride Cymbal
  • Size: 21"
  • Raw Series
  • Made of B20 bronze
  • Dark
  • warm and full sound
  • 100% Hand-hammered
  • Great musicality
  • The non-lathed surface results in a dry
  • earthy sound with little overtone
  • Compact sound with awesome stick definition
PROS
  • • B20 bronze delivers a complex, musical wash of sound.
  • • Hand-hammering creates nuanced sonic textures and responsiveness.
  • • Raw finish minimizes overtones, providing a controlled, dry stick definition.
  • • Compact sound projects well, ideal for smaller rooms and quieter playing.
CONS
  • • Raw finish can be more prone to marking and tarnishing than lathed cymbals.
  • • The darker sound profile might not suit brighter musical styles like metal.
  • • Limited bell projection compared to more traditionally voiced rides.

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Key Features

Size 21 in
Material B20 bronze
Finish Raw (unlathed)
Sound Character Dark, warm, full, dry
Bell Size 4.5 in
Weight Medium-thin (approx. 1700g)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Zultan offers a similar dry, earthy character but often with a slightly darker and more complex overtone blend, potentially a bit less aggressive than some Agop offerings.
Yes, the raw finish will require more frequent cleaning and occasional light polishing to prevent excessive tarnishing, but this also contributes to its unique aesthetic.
While it's versatile, its darker, drier character might be too subdued for high-volume, aggressive playing; a brighter, more cutting ride would likely be a better choice.

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