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Sabian 21" HHX Fierce Ride vs SABIAN 17" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Light Single
The Sabian 21" HHX Fierce Ride is a bright, aggressive ride built for rock and metal with cutting projection, while the 17" Artisan Traditional Sym is a dark, warm cymbal designed for jazz and classical music. Choose the HHX Fierce for high-energy electric styles and the Artisan for sophisticated acoustic and traditional contexts.
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SABIAN 17" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Light Single
Specs side by side
| Sabian 21" HHX Fierce Ride | SABIAN 17" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Light Single | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $584.99 | $594.99 |
| Brand | Sabian | Sabian |
| Cymbal Type | Ride | Suspended |
| Cymbal Size | 21" | 17" |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Sabian 21" HHX Fierce Ride
- ✓ Bright, cutting tone cuts through dense mixes in live and studio settings
- ✓ Medium-thin 21" size handles aggressive playing with explosive projection
- ✓ Unlathed natural finish and Tone Projection technology deliver crystalline stick definition
- ✓ Engineered specifically for hard rock, metal, and demanding performance styles
Why choose SABIAN 17" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Light Single
- ✓ Dark, warm tone with refined overtones suits jazz, classical, and contemporary music
- ✓ Medium Light weight at 17" offers quick articulation and responsive dynamics
- ✓ Versatile crash/ride hybrid positioning works as secondary crash or ride
- ✓ B20 bronze delivers organic decay and sophisticated musicality across frequency spectrum
Frequently asked questions
Which cymbal works better for rock and metal drumming?
The Sabian 21" HHX Fierce Ride is purpose-built for hard rock and metal with its bright, cutting voice and explosive projection designed to cut through dense mixes. The 17" Artisan is explicitly not ideal for heavy metal.
Which is better for jazz?
The 17" Artisan Traditional Sym is designed specifically for jazz with its dark, warm tone and refined overtones. The HHX Fierce is not recommended for jazz applications.
What's the main size and weight difference?
The HHX Fierce is a 21" medium-thin ride providing substantial mass for complex tones, while the Artisan is a 17" medium light cymbal that's more responsive and versatile as a crash/ride hybrid. The larger HHX is dedicated primarily to ride applications, whereas the smaller Artisan bridges crash and ride roles.
Are both single cymbals or pairs?
The HHX Fierce is a single 21" ride cymbal. The Artisan Traditional Sym is explicitly listed as a single 17" cymbal, not a pair.