Zultan 21" Ride Dark Matter

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Zultan 21" Ride Dark Matter

Zultan

21" Ride Dark Matter

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 528387
Brand: Zultan
Model: 21" Ride Dark Matter
Price: $240.90

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The Zultan Dark Matter 21” is a seriously impressive ride for the price. It's got a warm, complex tone with plenty of crash potential – think jazz, acoustic, or even classic rock. If you’re looking for a quality, hand-hammered ride without the premium price tag, this is a fantastic choice.

Product Description

  • Zultan 21" Ride Dark Matter
  • Ride Cymbal
  • Size: 21"
  • Dark Matter Line
  • 100% Hand hammered
  • Dark
  • warm-sounding sound character with a wide dynamic range and crash reserves
  • Fine overtone structure
  • Distinctive bell
  • Defined stick attack
PROS
  • • Exceptional hand-hammered warmth and complexity for a budget-friendly ride.
  • • Defined stick attack provides clear articulation across the cymbal surface.
  • • Wide dynamic range allows for subtle washes to powerful crashes.
  • • Distinctive bell offers a focused, musical projection.
CONS
  • • Darker sound may not suit brighter musical styles like funk or metal.
  • • Zultan's hammering, while beautiful, can introduce slight inconsistencies.
  • • The weight, while typical for a 21” ride, might be tiring for some drummers.

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Key Features

Size 21"
Material B20 Bronze (80% Copper, 20% Tin)
Finish Dark, Hand-Hammered
Sound Character Warm, Dark, Musical, Washed
Bell Size 5.25"
Weight 2100g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Dark Matter is significantly darker and more complex, lacking the bright, shimmering qualities of the Brilliant line. It’s a more mellow, nuanced sound.
While hand-hammered, Zultan strives for consistency, but expect slight variations in hammer marks and tonal response compared to machine-lathed cymbals – this adds to its character.
The bell is designed to be more focused, providing a clear, defined tone rather than a long, sustained ring. It complements the overall warm character well.

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