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Sabian 22" Stratus Dry Ride Cymbal
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Sabian 22″ Stratus Dry Ride Cymbal

£496.00

This is the Sabian 22″ Stratus Dry Ride Cymbal from Sabian, available in the Cymbals category here on Just Drums. Read More below for more images and how to order for UK delivery at a great price.

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Description

The Sabian 22″ Stratus Dry Ride is a modern, articulate ride cymbal with a dark, controlled character and an effortlessly crashable feel. Designed for players who want clear, defined sticking over a warm, dry wash, it offers a beautifully balanced response that sits perfectly in contemporary rock, pop, fusion and beyond. With its lightweight profile and hammered bell, this ride opens up quickly when you lean into it, yet stays composed and musical at lower dynamics. The result is a versatile centrepiece for your kit that can cover tight, intricate patterns, expressive crashes and everything in between. Modern Dry Tone with Musical Warmth The Stratus Dry Ride delivers a distinctly modern dry sound, but without ever becoming harsh or lifeless. Its dark tonal profile keeps the wash controlled and focused, helping your ride patterns stay clear in the mix while still adding depth and character to your overall kit sound. Sharp Stick Definition Articulation is at the heart of this cymbal. The 22″ Stratus Dry Ride offers sharp, precise stick definition, so every note of your ride patterns and accents speaks clearly. This is ideal for busy grooves, intricate jazz-influenced playing, or any situation where you need your ride to cut through without relying on sheer volume. Lightweight and Easily Crashable Thanks to its lighter weight, this ride responds quickly and opens up with minimal effort. You can move seamlessly from tight, controlled riding to big, expressive crashes, making it a great choice if you prefer to use your ride as a multi-purpose cymbal rather than carrying multiple crashes. Hammered Bell with Strong Projection The hammered bell provides a focused, cutting voice that projects clearly when you need strong accents. It retains clarity and definition even in louder settings, giving you a reliable, musical bell sound that complements the darker, drier character of the bow and wash. Key Features Modern Dry Ride with Dark, Controlled Wash – The Stratus Dry Ride offers a contemporary dry sound with a dark tonal palette and a tightly controlled wash, helping your ride patterns stay defined and musical without overwhelming the rest of your kit. Sharp Stick Definition – Clear, articulate sticking ensures every note is heard, making this cymbal perfect for detailed grooves, syncopated patterns and styles where precision and clarity are essential. Lightweight, Crashable Feel – Its lighter profile allows the cymbal to open up quickly for crashing, giving you a responsive, expressive ride that can double as a main crash when you dig in. Hammered Bell with Strong Projection – The hammered bell design delivers focused projection and clarity, so your bell accents cut through with authority while still blending naturally with the cymbal’s darker overall voice. SpecificationsGeneral Model: Sabian Stratus Dry Ride Size: 22″ Type: Ride Cymbal Sound and Response Character: Modern dry Tonal Profile: Dark Wash: Controlled Stick Definition: Sharp, articulate Crashability: Lightweight feel, opens quickly for expressive crashing Bell: Hammered bell with strong projection and clarity

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Brand

Sabian

Sabian is one of the world’s leading cymbal manufacturers, known for combining traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation. Founded in 1981 by Robert Zildjian after the famous split in the Zildjian family, Sabian quickly established itself as a major force in cymbal design. Based in Canada, the brand built its reputation by working closely with drummers and constantly evolving its sound, rather than sticking rigidly to tradition.

Sabian cymbals are known for their versatility, offering everything from bright, cutting models for rock and metal to darker, more complex tones suited to jazz and studio work. Popular ranges include AA, AAX, HH, and HHX, each designed to deliver different tonal characteristics, from modern projection to vintage warmth. Sabian also produces a wide variety of effects cymbals, splash cymbals, chinas, and stacks, allowing drummers to expand their sound and create unique textures.

What Sabian does particularly well is giving drummers choice and control. Their cymbals respond consistently, project clearly, and sit well in a mix, whether live or in the studio. For drummers looking to shape their own sound with a wide palette of tones and modern design, Sabian remains one of the most flexible and forward-thinking cymbal brands available.

Category

Cymbals

Cymbals add accents, timekeeping, colour and dynamics to a drum setup. This category includes hi-hats, rides, crashes, splashes, Chinas and packs, each with different sizes, weights, profiles, alloys, hammering and finishes. Compare stick definition, wash, sustain, response, volume and how the cymbal will blend with the kit and musical style. A cymbal’s sound also depends on mounting and playing technique. Check the exact type and diameter, and remember that cymbal stands, bags and felts may need to be purchased separately.

Ride Cymbals

Ride cymbals provide a defined playing surface for timekeeping, with a bell and edge that can add accents or crashes. Compare diameter, weight, profile, bow response, bell size, stick definition, wash, sustain and whether the cymbal is designed to crash as well as ride. Larger or heavier rides often provide more projection, while lighter models may open more readily and blend into quieter music. Check the exact series and finish, and remember that a stand, boom, felt and wingnut are separate unless the listing says otherwise.

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Ride

Ride identifies a cymbal for timekeeping and bell work. Compare diameter, weight, bow, bell, stick definition, wash, sustain and whether it can also crash.

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