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SABIAN 19" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Light Single vs Sabian 20" Artisan Light Ride
The 19" Artisan Traditional Sym is purpose-built for orchestral and classical work with warm, controlled sustain, while the 20" Artisan Light Ride is a versatile rock and jazz cymbal with crisp stick definition and aggressive tone. Choose the Sym for auditions and ensemble settings; choose the Ride for band and contemporary music contexts.
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SABIAN 19" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Light Single
Specs side by side
| SABIAN 19" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Light Single | Sabian 20" Artisan Light Ride | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $699.99 | $744.99 |
| Brand | Sabian | Sabian |
| Cymbal Type | Suspended | Ride |
| Cymbal Size | 19" | 20" |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose SABIAN 19" Artisan Traditional Sym Medium Light Single
- ✓ Warm, musically complex tone refined specifically for orchestral repertoire
- ✓ Medium Light weight delivers splashier quality and shorter sustain ideal for successive crashes
- ✓ Immediate sensitivity and responsiveness to moderate and loud dynamics
- ✓ Benchmark sound for classical excerpts and professional auditions
Why choose Sabian 20" Artisan Light Ride
- ✓ Versatile 20" ride cymbal works as primary ride and crash voice in one cymbal
- ✓ Crisp stick click and piercing bell cut through dense rock, hip-hop, and jazz arrangements
- ✓ Dark-edged aggressive sizzle with warm undertone balances cutting projection with musical depth
- ✓ Lightweight profile enables responsive articulation without sacrificing volume or complex tone
Frequently asked questions
Which cymbal works better for classical orchestra and auditions?
The 19" Artisan Traditional Sym is explicitly designed for orchestral music and auditions. Its warm tone, controlled sustain, and high-density hand hammering embody traditional cymbal design refined for classical repertoire and professional ensemble settings.
Which cymbal is better for rock, jazz, and contemporary band music?
The 20" Artisan Light Ride is engineered for rock, jazz, hip-hop, and R&B. Its dark-edged tone, crisp stick click, piercing bell, and aggressive sizzle allow it to function as both primary ride and crash voice in contemporary and loud ensemble contexts.
What is the main tonal difference between these two cymbals?
The 19" Sym delivers a warm, musically complex tone with controlled sustain suited to classical settings. The 20" Ride produces a dark, aggressive tone with crisp stick definition and piercing bell designed to cut through rock and jazz arrangements.
Are both cymbals suitable for advanced and professional players?
Yes. The 19" Sym targets professional and advanced classical performers, while the 20" Ride suits intermediate, advanced, and professional musicians across rock, jazz, and contemporary styles. Both are hand-crafted B20 bronze instruments from SABIAN's Artisan series.