SABIAN 22" Artisan Medium Ride

SABIAN 22" Artisan Medium Ride

The 22" Artisan Medium Ride delivers a glassy, well-defined stick click over an aggressive, dark-edged tone that sizzles with intensity. This cymbal balances crisp articulation with rich traditional character, cutting through a live mix with authority while remaining responsive enough for defined ride patterns and powerful crash applications. The raw bell design and high-density hand hammering produce a piercing bell tone that projects without sacrificing musicality on stage or in the studio.

Tone & Sonic Character

Built from Sabian B20 alloy (80% bronze, 20% copper with traces of silver), this cymbal produces dark, complex tones with a crisp stick sound and bubbling undercurrent of dirty tone. The Masterpiece finish from fire-refined B20 bronze enhances projection and tonal clarity, while the high-density hand hammering creates the intensity and definition that makes this ride excel in rock, hip-hop, R&B, and jazz applications on live stages and in session work.

Construction & Durability

Weighing 2941 grams and classified as Medium weight, this cymbal offers responsive articulation without sacrificing the durability demanded by touring and frequent gig use. The raw bell design and meticulous hand-hammering process ensure consistent performance night after night, backed by SABIAN's two-year warranty against manufacturing flaws.

Key Features

• 22-inch diameter ride cymbal
• Sabian B20 alloy (80% bronze, 20% copper with silver traces)
• Medium weight classification (2941 grams)
• High-density hand-hammered construction
• Masterpiece finish from fire-refined B20 bronze
• Raw bell design with piercing cut
• Dark tone with crisp stick definition
• Superb crash-ability and versatility
• Production years: 2008-present
• SABIAN two-year manufacturer warranty

The Artisan 22" Medium Ride represents SABIAN's mastery of cymbal design, delivering the aggressive dark tone, articulate stick definition, and genuine crash response that working drummers and touring musicians depend on in a single, supremely versatile instrument.