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If you're a drummer that likes to play loud, chances are you're already familiar with heavy ride cymbals. For those of you that don't know all the ins and outs of heavy ride cymbals, welcome to your newest obsession! Heavy ride cymbals, like their name suggests, "ride" along with your music, producing steady, heavy tones that are well suited to just about any genre. Heavy ride cymbals are typically louder and lower than thin and medium weight cymbals, making them an excellent choice for larger venues where you really want your sound to carry.
On these product pages, you'll find heavy ride cymbals from top-rated brands like Sabian, Zildjian, Meinl and Paiste. They're all here, all you have to do is find the cymbal(s) that best complement your signature musical style. Say you're looking for a cymbal that's loud…scratch that, really loud. The 24-inch Paiste Rude Mega Power Ride Cymbal is an extremely loud, cutting ride that's made with an enormous and deep-sounding bell. Created in conjunction with System of a Down drummer John Dolmayan, this cymbal offers up a heavy response and a very balanced feel, which may be exactly what you need to power through your next set.
Perhaps you're partial to the playing style of Neil Peart. If you're a Rush fan, you're going to want to check out the 22-Inch Neil Peart Paragon Ride Brilliant from Sabian. This extra-heavy ride cymbal has a solid hand-hammered bell which products a robust, clear-cutting stick definition with a balanced blended tone. Designed for Peart's hard-hitting, high-powered drumming style, this cymbal is a killer ride you'll definitely play with pride.
And the Neil Peart Paragon and the Rude Mega Power Ride are only two of the cymbals that call this section home. There are tons more exceptional options here for you to consider, so make sure you take a look through everything that's available. Whether you're purchasing your first heavy ride or want to make an upgrade to your current setup, you're going to find the perfect cymbal in this fully stocked selection of heavy ride cymbals.