Crafted to cut through the densest mix with absolute precision, the Meinl 22" Pure Alloy Extra Heavy Ride is built for drummers who require unmatched stick articulation, power, and clarity. Featuring modern computerized hammering combined with a reactive fully-lathed surface, this heavy-weight ride delivers an intense, glass-like stick response followed by a clean, warm sustain. Its substantial weight provides effortless projection and a cutting, assertive bell tone that effortlessly punches through loud stage environments, making it an ideal centerpiece for modern rock, metal, studio tracking, and dynamic high-volume performance. At Palen Music Center, we recommend this ride for drummers looking for a perfect balance of defined attack, bright clarity, and premium German craftsmanship.

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Ultra-Defined Attack: Heavy weight profile provides exceptional stick articulation with minimal wash overtones.

Piercing Bell Tone: Clear, powerful bell voice effortlessly cuts through high-volume band mixes.

Precision Hammering: Computer-controlled hammering ensures supreme tonal balance, consistency, and durability.

Refined Pure Alloy Voice: Fully-lathed surface produces a smooth, polished sheen with rich harmonic depth.

Versatile Modern Sound: Perfectly tailored for high-volume genres including rock, hard rock, metal, and studio work.

Type: Ride Cymbal

Size: 22"

Weight: Extra Heavy

Material: Pure Alloy (B12 Bronze Alloy)

Finish: Traditional

Sound: Bright, Cutting, Defined, Clean

Pitch: High-Mid

Volume: Medium-High to High

Sustain: Medium

Lathe: Pinpoint

Shaping: Computerized Hammering

Country of Origin: Germany