Zultan 22" F5 Metal Ride
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Zultan
22" F5 Metal Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
475514
Brand:
Zultan
Model:
22" F5 Metal Ride
Category:
22" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$295.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Zultan F5 is a serious ride for drummers who want a defined, powerful stick sound without a ton of wash. It’s built like a tank and delivers a clear, cutting tone that works great for rock, funk, and heavier styles—a solid choice for players needing a reliable and expressive ride.
Product Description
- Zultan 22" F5 Metal Ride
- Ride Cymbal
- Size: 22"
- F5 Series
- 100% handmade
- Made of B-20 bronze
- Heavy ride cymbal with exceptionally clear
- assertive dome sound
- Extremely defined stick stop
- Solid clearly defined overall sound
- Brilliant hand polished surface with large hammer blow dents on top and bottom side
- F5 stands for extremely clearly defined
- compact stick sound with powerful response
PROS
- • Exceptional stick definition for a heavy ride, cuts through easily
- • B-20 bronze provides a warm, complex core tone
- • Hammered finish adds unique overtones and visual appeal
- • Solid construction ensures durability for gigging and studio work
CONS
- • The heavy weight might be fatiguing for extended playing
- • Sound is relatively focused; lacks broader wash appeal
- • Hammered finish may require more frequent cleaning to maintain shine
Product Video
Key Features
Size
22 in
Material
B-20 Bronze
Finish
Brilliant with Hammer Blows
Sound Character
Clear, Assertive, Compact
Bell Size
5.5 in
Weight
Heavy
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Frequently Asked Questions
The F5’s stick sound is much more focused and articulate; it’s a ‘thud’ rather than a ‘ping’.
The hammer marks intentionally shape the cymbal’s resonance, adding subtle overtones and complexity to the overall tone.
While it’s versatile, its assertive nature makes it better suited for louder genres; it might be overpowering in very subtle jazz contexts.
