Sabian 22″ AAX Medium Ride Cymbal

£566.99

The Sabian 22″ AAX Medium Ride Cymbal brings a fresh sonic dimension to the AAX line, blending articulate stick definition with enhanced crash-ability. Featuring a smaller raw bell and a new hammering style with a larger, rounder peen, this ride delivers added darkness and complexity while maintaining the bright clarity AAX is known for.

Key Features:
  • Size: 22″ – Balanced projection with versatile crash potential
  • Series: AAX – Modern brightness with expanded tonal range
  • Alloy: B20 bronze
  • Weight: Medium – Controlled articulation with musical spread
  • Bell: Smaller raw bell for focused stick sound and increased crash-ability
  • Hammering: Larger, rounder peen for added darkness and tonal complexity
Availability: Available to order
Estimated Delivery Date 26/03/2026
SKU: 22212XC

Description

Trending slightly thinner than traditional medium rides, this model opens up more easily, allowing for expressive crash accents without sacrificing clarity. The innovative hammering technique introduces richer low-end complexity while enhanced highs broaden the overall frequency range — delivering brighter highs and more complex lows in one versatile ride.

Sound & Feel:
  • Clear, articulate stick definition
  • Added darkness beneath bright highs
  • Wide frequency spectrum with tonal depth
  • Responsive crash-ability for added versatility
  • Controlled wash with musical complexity
Built to Perform:
  • B20 bronze construction for durability and tonal richness
  • Modern AAX hammering for expanded tonal character
  • Raw bell enhances articulation and projection
  • Medium weight balances control and responsiveness
  • Designed to meet evolving musical demands
Ideal For:
  • Rock, pop and contemporary styles
  • Drummers seeking a versatile, crashable ride
  • Live and studio environments requiring clarity and complexity
  • Players wanting brightness with added depth
  • Setups needing articulate stick and musical wash
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