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Sabian 22" HH Power Bell Ride vs SABIAN 22" Hammertone Ride
The HH Power Bell Ride is a heavy, aggressive cymbal built for rock and fusion to cut through loud mixes, while the Hammertone Ride is a refined, versatile jazz cymbal with a focused character that balances ride and crash duties. Choose the Power Bell for high-volume, high-intensity genres; choose the Hammertone for jazz, studios, and ensemble settings where musicality and blend matter more than raw projection.
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Specs side by side
| Sabian 22" HH Power Bell Ride | SABIAN 22" Hammertone Ride | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $699.99 | $699.99 |
| Brand | Sabian | Sabian |
| Cymbal Type | Ride | Ride |
| Cymbal Size | 22" | 22" |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Sabian 22" HH Power Bell Ride
- ✓ Heavy weight and dark woody bell character deliver commanding cut and presence in dense mixes
- ✓ Articulate stick definition and bright, cutting tones suit rock, fusion, and aggressive playing styles
- ✓ Functions as both primary ride and secondary crash-ride without losing tonal complexity
- ✓ Proven hand-hammered design refined since 1991 with proven durability under hard playing
Why choose SABIAN 22" Hammertone Ride
- ✓ High-profile, exaggerated bow curvature provides precision response and focused musical ride sound perfect for jazz
- ✓ Tapered edges deliver controlled stick attack on ride patterns and warm, measured spread on crashes
- ✓ True dual-purpose design—genuine crash capabilities eliminate need for a separate crash cymbal
- ✓ Warm, integrated wash blends seamlessly with small ensembles and studio sessions
Frequently asked questions
Which ride is better for jazz?
The Hammertone Ride is purpose-built for jazz, developed with jazz drummer Jeff Hamilton. It delivers focused, musical tones and controlled wash that blend with ensembles. The Power Bell Ride is too bright and aggressive for typical jazz applications.
Can either of these replace a crash cymbal?
The Hammertone Ride is genuinely crash-capable and designed to eliminate the need for a separate crash in standard setups. The Power Bell can function as a secondary crash-ride but is optimized as a primary ride first.
What's the main tonal difference?
The Power Bell emphasizes bright, cutting tones with a dark woody bell for cutting through dense mixes. The Hammertone produces a warm, focused, controlled wash that integrates into ensembles rather than dominating them.
Which is better for beginners?
Both are listed for intermediate to professional players, not beginners. The Hammertone's controlled response and dual-purpose design may be slightly more forgiving than the Power Bell's aggressive character, but both reward intentional, skilled technique.