Zultan 23" Q Ride
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Zultan
23" Q Ride
Product Info
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The Zultan Q Ride is a seriously interesting cymbal. It's beautifully voiced – that contrasting finish gives you a ton of control over your sound, from subtle nuances to a powerful bell. This is a great option for studio players, jazz, and anyone looking for a refined, articulate ride without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Zultan 23" Q Ride
- Ride Cymbal
- Size: 23"
- "Q" Series
- Amazing bell sound
- Strong
- defined loud stick attack with continuously clear stick definition
- Excellent for studio
- recording and nuanced cymbal playing
- The outer 2" ring of the upper cymbal is hammered extremely deeply in this series
- untreated and left raw. The middle area
- however
- is highly polished with a brilliant surface
- the bell again untreated with visible hammer marks
- The inner part of the cymbal of the Q series is polished
- 100% Handmade from B-20 Bronze
PROS
- • Deep hammering creates a remarkably warm, complex wash across the cymbal surface.
- • The contrasting finishes offer a wide dynamic range, from crisp stick definition to shimmering brilliance.
- • B-20 bronze alloy delivers a full, musical tone with good projection.
- • The raw, untreated bell provides a powerful, dark, and focused bell tone.
CONS
- • The complex construction might make it slightly less durable than simpler, mass-produced rides.
- • The raw bell finish can be prone to tarnishing faster than polished areas.
- • Its nuanced sound may not be ideal for heavier, more aggressive musical styles.
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Key Features
Size
23 in
Material
B-20 Bronze
Finish
Polished/Raw (multi-finish)
Sound Character
Warm, complex, shimmering, dark bell
Bell Size
Approximately 8 in
Weight
Approximately 2100 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
The untreated bell delivers a darker, more focused tone with less sustain, adding a unique character that complements the brighter polished areas.
The raw finish will tarnish naturally, requiring occasional cleaning, but this doesn't compromise its structural integrity; it’s part of its aesthetic.
The Q series is noticeably darker and more complex than the Zilflex, which is known for its bright, cutting sound – the Q Ride is more about warmth and nuance.
