Zultan 22" F5 Metal Ride

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Zultan 22" F5 Metal Ride

Zultan

22" F5 Metal Ride

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 475514
Brand: Zultan
Model: 22" F5 Metal Ride
Price: $295.90

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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

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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.

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