SABIAN 22" Artisan Light Ride Brilliant Finish
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- SKU
- A2210B
Description
SABIAN 22" Artisan Light Ride Brilliant Finish
The 22" Artisan Light Ride captures a distinctive combination of glassy, well-defined stick click layered over an aggressive, dark-edged tone that anchors your drum recordings. Its raw bell design produces a piercing cut that cuts through dense mixes, while the lightweight construction responds immediately to dynamic playing across multiple takes. This is a ride cymbal engineered to crash convincingly without sacrificing its primary voice—essential for sessions where a single cymbal needs to serve both duties.
Tone & Character
Built on B20 bronze with high-density hand hammering, this cymbal generates dark, sizzling undertones that track cleanly across rock, hip-hop, R&B, and jazz recordings. The piercing bell and aggressive midrange cut through dense arrangements during mix-down while maintaining definition at lower volumes, making it reliable for both loud and intimate recording moments.
Construction & Design
The raw bell design and hand-hammered surface deliver the responsive character and distinctive visual appeal that reads clearly on mic. At 2560 grams, the light weight classification keeps articulation quick and bright without sacrificing the dark tonality SABIAN engineered into this model, ensuring consistent performance across extended recording sessions.
Key Features
- 22-inch diameter
- B20 bronze alloy
- Light weight classification (2560 grams)
- Brilliant finish
- Dark sound profile
- High-density hand hammering
- Raw bell design
- Masterpiece series construction
- Piercing bell with crash-capable response
- Suitable for rock, hip-hop, R&B, and jazz
The Artisan Light Ride balances aggressive dark tone with articulate stick definition, making it a serious choice for studio work where a ride needs to command the mix without losing the nuance that separates a great take from a good one.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Cymbal Size | 22" |
| Cymbal Type | Ride |
| Country of Manufacture | Canada |
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At a Glance
The SABIAN 22" Artisan Light Ride captures a distinctly dark, articulate tone on recording thanks to its high-density hand hammering and raw bell design, delivering piercing cut and aggressive midrange that sits rich in dense mixes. Its responsive lightweight construction and quick articulation make it versatile across rock, hip-hop, R&B, and jazz sessions, allowing you to dial in definition at lower volumes or push it to crash-capable presence when the arrangement demands. Choose this ride for studio work where you need a single cymbal that balances nuanced stick click with commanding tonal character across multiple genres.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Hip-hop
- ✓ R&B
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is this ride best suited for?
The Artisan Light Ride excels in rock, hip-hop, R&B, and jazz contexts. Its aggressive midrange and piercing bell work well for players who need to cut through dense arrangements, while its quick articulation and glassy stick click provide definition in both loud and quieter playing situations.
How does the lightweight construction affect the sound and playability?
At 2560 grams, the light weight classification keeps articulation quick and bright, responding immediately to dynamic playing. This design allows the cymbal to crash convincingly while maintaining its dark tonality and piercing bell character without sacrificing definition.
What makes the raw bell design distinctive?
The raw bell design produces a piercing cut that carries through any mix and contributes to the cymbal's responsive character. Combined with high-density hand hammering and the B20 bronze alloy, it generates the dark, sizzling undertones and aggressive midrange that define this model.
Can this ride cymbal double as a crash cymbal?
Yes—this is a rare achievement in cymbal design. The Artisan Light Ride is engineered to crash convincingly without sacrificing its primary ride voice, making it versatile for drummers who want one cymbal to handle both roles.
What skill level is this cymbal designed for?
The Artisan Light Ride is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional drummers. Its responsive construction and nuanced tonal character reward dynamic playing technique and work well in complex musical arrangements.