What makes this ride different from SABIAN's other HHX models?

The HHX Complex Medium Ride combines HH and HHX hammering techniques with a hand-hammered raw bell to emphasize lower frequencies and harmonic richness. This dual-technique design delivers deeper tonal complexity and a warmer character compared to standard HHX models, making it particularly suited to jazz, fusion, and contemporary styles.

Is this cymbal suitable for metal or punk music?

No, the HHX Complex Medium Ride is engineered for jazz, fusion, progressive, and contemporary styles where tonal depth and harmonic complexity are priorities. Its warm, articulate character and controlled projection are not optimized for the high-volume, cutting edge needed in punk or thrash metal.

What is the weight and how does it affect playability?

At 3085 grams, this is a substantial ride that provides solid stick definition while maintaining smooth wash characteristics across dynamic ranges. The weight gives you control and presence without sacrificing responsiveness, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced players.

What material is this cymbal made from?

The HHX Complex Medium Ride is hand-crafted from B20 Bronze and manufactured in Canada. It features pin-point lathing for refined sonic character and response, plus a natural finish that develops over time with play.

How does this compare to other 23" medium rides in its price range?

The HHX Complex Medium Ride competes directly with the Zildjian K Custom Medium Ride, Paiste 2002 Medium Ride, and Meinl Byzance Traditional Medium Ride. Its emphasis on warm lows and tonal complexity makes it particularly versatile for jazz and fusion contexts where depth and harmonic richness are valued.

SABIAN 23" HHX Complex Medium Ride

The 23" HHX Complex Medium Ride delivers a warm, articulate response with commanding presence and controlled projection. Its hand-hammered raw bell produces rich lows and tonal complexity that cuts through a mix without harshness, translating beautifully across jazz, fusion, and contemporary sessions. This is one of SABIAN's richest and sweetest ride cymbals, engineered for recording and production work that demands depth and versatility in the drum kit.

Tone & Character

The combination of HH and HHX hammering techniques paired with a hand-hammered raw bell brings out the lower frequencies and harmonic complexity that sit naturally in a mix without muddiness. The result is a deeply musical ride that balances wash and definition, tracking cleanly across multiple microphone placements and ideal for sessions ranging from straight-ahead swing to contemporary fusion overdubs.

Construction & Materials

Hand-crafted from B20 Bronze and manufactured in Canada, this ride features precision pin-point lathing that refines the sonic character and responsiveness for capture-ready recording. The 3085-gram weight provides substantial stick articulation while maintaining smooth wash characteristics across dynamic ranges, supporting both live tracking and layered production approaches.

Key Features

Size: 23"
Material: B20 Bronze
Weight: 3085 grams
HH and HHX combination hammering
Hand-hammered raw bell
Pin-point lathing for refined response
Natural finish
Made in Canada
HHX Complex series design
Warm, articulate tone character
Rich lows and tonal complexity
Versatile across multiple musical styles

The HHX Complex Medium Ride represents the refinement of decades of SABIAN cymbal engineering, delivering professional-grade depth and control for studio sessions where tone character and mix compatibility shape every take.

Condition	New
Cymbal Size	23"
Cymbal Type	Ride