STRATUS DRY PERFORMANCE SET

SABIAN Stratus Dry Performance Set

The Stratus Dry Performance Set captures articulate, controlled cymbal tone that sits cleanly in dense mixes without muddying the stereo image. This three-piece combination—15" hi-hats, 19" crash, and 22" ride—responds with precision to mic placement and stick dynamics, maintaining tight, predictable sustain that translates well across tracking and mixing scenarios. Built for sessions where cymbal definition and expressive control matter more than atmospheric wash.

Sonic Character & Studio Translation

Dark tone with fast response and controlled sustain make these cymbals recording-friendly across varied mic techniques. The reduced wash and crisp articulation ensure each cymbal's stick definition cuts through without harshness, delivering balanced projection and quick decay across all three pieces—assets that maintain clarity through compression and EQ in post-production.

Construction & Consistency

Each cymbal is cast from B20 Bronze with a raw finish on top, while the weight profile balances medium-light hats and ride against an extra-thin crash for dynamic versatility. This construction approach ensures consistent response and durability across the complete set, reducing session-to-session variability.

Key Features

• 15" Stratus Dry Hi-Hats with medium-light weight
• 19" Stratus Dry Crash—extra-thin profile
• 22" Stratus Dry Ride with medium-light weight
• B20 Bronze material throughout
• Raw finish on top surfaces
• Dark tone with fast response
• Reduced wash and controlled sustain
• Crisp articulation and stick definition
• Balanced projection across all three pieces
• Quick decay for focused, contemporary sound
• Complete modern dry setup ready to play

The Stratus Dry Performance Set delivers a fully realized dry cymbal voice engineered for clarity, control, and articulate expression across recording and mixing workflows.