SABIAN 22" HHX MAX RIDE
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- Full Sabian manufacturer's warranty
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SABIAN 22" HHX MAX RIDE
The 22" HHX MAX RIDE delivers a substantial, focused stick definition paired with surprising crashability—a medium/heavy powerhouse that cuts through a dense mix without sacrificing musicality. This ride combines the best elements of two legendary designs: the classic HH Rock Ride's reliability and the HHX series' articulate character. The result is a cymbal that handles both steady timekeeping and dynamic crashes with equal authority in the mix.
Tone & Recording Character
Built from B20 bronze with a hybrid hammering technique that merges HH and HHX workmanship, this ride features lathing across the bow (top and bottom surfaces) while preserving an un-lathed, heavily hammered bell for complex sustain. The combination produces a low-pitched yet cutting tone with exceptional clarity—ideal for rock, progressive, and high-volume ensemble tracking where stick articulation and cymbal projection need to remain distinct in the recorded mix.
Weight & Tonal Response
At 3352g–3601g, the medium/heavy weight classification provides stability and punch without excessive weight fatigue during extended tracking sessions. The brilliant finish enhances the brightness of the stick attack on tape, while the unlathed bell design ensures organic bell tones that respond dynamically to both soft mallets and hard sticks—critical for capturing nuanced ride work across different song sections.
Key Features
- Size: 22 inches
- Material: B20 Bronze
- Weight classification: Medium/heavy weight
- Actual weight range: 3352g–3601g (median 3585g)
- Finish: Brilliant
- Hybrid hammering: Combination of HH and HHX techniques
- Lathed on bow to edge (top and bottom surfaces)
- Un-lathed HHX hammered bell
- Focused stick sound with cutting projection
- Crashable design for dynamic articulation
- Low-pitched fundamental with cutting clarity
The 22" HHX MAX RIDE is engineered for producers and engineers tracking drummers who need both definition and power in a single ride cymbal—a workhorse that translates clearly through microphones and sits decisively in dense mixes.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Cymbal Size | 22" |
| Cymbal Type | Ride |
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At a Glance
The SABIAN 22" HHX MAX RIDE is a medium/heavy B20 ride designed to cut through dense mixes in rock and progressive sessions with focused stick definition and surprising crashability. Its lathed bow and un-lathed, heavily hammered bell produce a low-pitched yet articulate tone with complex sustain that sits well in recordings without becoming muddy or losing clarity. Ideal for producers and engineers tracking drums in high-energy genres where the ride needs to maintain definition and punch across multiple takes.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this ride different from the standard HH Rock Ride?
The HHX MAX combines the HH Rock Ride's proven reliability with the HHX series' articulate character through a hybrid hammering technique. It adds lathing across the bow and preserves the un-lathed, heavily hammered bell design, delivering more stick definition and cutting projection while remaining crashable.
Is this cymbal suitable for jazz or lighter musical styles?
No. This is engineered specifically for rock, progressive, metal, and hard rock in live and studio settings where high-volume projection and power are essential. Its weight and character are not designed for jazz, folk, or worship applications.
What is the actual weight and does it feel heavy during extended play?
The 22" HHX MAX RIDE weighs between 3352g and 3601g (median 3585g), classifying it as medium/heavy. This weight provides stability and punch without excessive fatigue during long performances or sessions.
How does the brilliant finish and un-lathed bell affect tone?
The brilliant finish enhances brightness and stick attack clarity, while the un-lathed, heavily hammered bell ensures organic bell tones that respond dynamically to both soft mallets and hard sticks. Together they create a low-pitched fundamental with cutting clarity and complex sustain.
Will this ride cut through a dense mix on stage?
Yes. The hybrid hammering technique and lathing design produce focused stick definition with exceptional cutting projection, making it specifically engineered for rock, progressive, and high-volume ensemble settings where clarity and punch matter.
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