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Sabian 22" HH Rock Ride vs SABIAN 19" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Heavy Single
The HH Rock Ride is a 22" ride cymbal built for rock, funk, and jazz with a bright, cutting attack and warm character; the Artisan Traditional Sym is a 19" orchestral crash with dark timbre and extended sustain designed for classical and symphonic work. Choose the Rock Ride if you play contemporary genres and need a versatile ride that cuts through a mix, or the Artisan if you perform orchestral music and require the controlled, resonant crash character of traditional concert percussion.
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SABIAN 19" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Heavy Single
Specs side by side
| Sabian 22" HH Rock Ride | SABIAN 19" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Heavy Single | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $699.99 | $699.99 |
| Brand | Sabian | Sabian |
| Cymbal Type | Ride | Suspended |
| Cymbal Size | 22" | 19" |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Sabian 22" HH Rock Ride
- ✓ 22" size provides fuller tone and greater cutting power in a band mix
- ✓ Bright bell and high-end cut excel in rock, funk, and jazz settings
- ✓ Dynamic range responsiveness handles both delicate and forceful playing
- ✓ Heavy weight classification sustains presence in live performance
Why choose SABIAN 19" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Heavy Single
- ✓ Dark timbre and extended sustain are ideal for symphonic and orchestral passages
- ✓ 19" Medium-Heavy size delivers controlled articulation without harshness
- ✓ Hand-crafted by master artisans with hybrid traditional and modern construction
- ✓ Full resonance maintains clarity across loud dynamic levels
Frequently asked questions
Are these cymbals interchangeable between genres?
No. The HH Rock Ride is explicitly designed for rock, funk, and jazz with a bright, cutting attack. The Artisan Traditional Sym is built for orchestral and symphonic work with dark timbre and extended sustain. Using either in its non-intended genre will produce sonic mismatches.
What is the main tonal difference between these two?
The HH Rock Ride emphasizes a bright bell and high-end cut with warm traditional character for cutting through mixes. The Artisan Traditional Sym features dark timbre and extended sustain designed for projection without harshness in orchestral contexts.
Which cymbal is heavier and why does size matter here?
Both are Heavy/Medium-Heavy classifications, but the HH Rock Ride is 22" while the Artisan is 19". The larger size of the Rock Ride provides greater cutting power and fuller tone for band settings, while the smaller Artisan size offers more controlled articulation for solo hand-cymbal work.
What skill level is each suited for?
The HH Rock Ride accommodates intermediate through professional players. The Artisan Traditional Sym is designated for professional use only, reflecting its specialized orchestral application and the demands of symphonic performance.