1960s Vintage Zildjian 22” BIG Light Complex Crash Ride 2844

This is a fascinating Vintage 1960s 22” - it’s nowhere near your typical Zildjian 60s Ping Ride or Rock Ride. This 22” plays like a true Medium LIGHT COMPLEX RIDE or MEDIUM THIN CRASH RIDE.
Extremely Full Crash Ride - perfect for the 1960s tone! But play it lightly and it has a dancing, warm subtle complexity that percolates.
Classic 1960s Zildjian lathing. And this one actually IS Hand Hammered. It has a bit more airiness and complexity than the later era models.
With a 2844 gram weight it lives in the Medium Thin Ride to Medium Crash range for a 22”, but it has a light, mellow semi-dark attack that is followed by a soft and subtle, fairly complex wash. Broad spread.
What’s amazing is that you can play this big 22” very, very lightly and softly and it still sings. The dynamic range on this one is amazing.
Extremely well balanced with light leanings.
When you open up on it and crash, it unleashes a torrent of 1960s Medium Crash tone - perfect as a big 60s Crash, or great for Crash accents when you‘re playing at lower volumes and just need a punch.
Fantastic 6” bell is incredible for rock, but pull out to the plain and you have one hell of a great Light Jazz or Blues Ride.
Again, this is an incredibly versatile 22” - you don’t find a cymbal that can go from 1 - 10 and remain musical often.
Amazing shape. No issues. Gorgeous half-century old golden patina.
Wonderfully versatile 22” from the golden age of both rock and jazz.

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Condition	Excellent (Used) Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand	Zildjian
Model	22" A. Zildjian '60s Stamp Ride Cymbal
Categories	Ride
Finish	Traditional
Diameter	22"

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1960s Vintage Zildjian 22” BIG Light Complex Crash Ride 2844 g Hand Hammered Crashable