I have several ride cymbals that I play (I play jazz, so this is like a necessity), and this is the best one I've played! It has a really nice ping to it, very nice stick definition so you hear every beat on fast parts of a piece, and a really nice crash sound that lasts a while, which is important in jazz drumming. I would recommend this cymbal to any serious jazz drummer...it's an essential one to have!

This cymbal is greatly superior to any other I have used! Along with the quick snap characteristic of most "ping" cymbals, this tool of success admits warm, subtle undertones and sustain that bring out the finesse of the musician's work without compromising its role of rhythmic stability. Its speed, projection, and gorgeous stick definition carve it a well justified niche in the world of faster music. In addition, softer forms of music (specifically jazz)are significantly complimented by its crisp, clear, shimmering tone. For virtually every style of music, this addition to your setup will radically improve the professional quality of your sound!

Got this ride for an unbelievable price, a steal. I loved the sound, the bell everything and most of all it is incredibly sexy to look at especially at a gig venue under the right lighting.

I have used this ride cymbal for about 7 years. I have compared it to many others but for no use. There is not a ride that sounds so exact and warm and high pitch clear sound like this one. I have used it in many different types of music MOSTLY METAL and even pop music. I find it works best in metal.

THIS IS THE WORST CYMBAL EVER. DONT BUY IT. THINK TWICE. horrible bell. non musical still not that loud. NO CLEAR STICK DEFINITION. horrible crash sound. horrible at studio. this is a cymbal for beginner punk drummers.