A Ride That Rides — Without Getting in Your Way
There's a certain kind of ride cymbal that just works everywhere. Not too washy, not too dry — one that gives you a clear, readable stick sound, a bell that actually cuts, and enough warmth underneath to keep things musical. The Sabian Stratus 20" Ride is exactly that cymbal.
Built from B20 bronze and shaped with Sabian's own high-impact STRATUS hammering process, this 20" ride delivers clear articulation with a warm undertone that builds to a controlled wash. The medium-light weight keeps it responsive and, when the moment calls for it, crashable. That's a useful combination whether you're playing a tight jazz gig, a loud rock room, or anything in between.
If you've been hunting for a ride that doesn't lock you into one style or one volume level, the Stratus 20" is worth a serious look.
B20 Bronze and High-Impact Hammering
Sabian crafted the Stratus series from B20 bronze — the same alloy used across many of their higher-end lines. B20 is known for its complex, full-bodied tone and the way it develops harmonics as it sustains. You're getting real depth here, not just surface shimmer.
The STRATUS hammering process is what makes this series distinctive within Sabian's lineup. The high-impact technique shapes how the cymbal responds across its full surface — tightening the wash, reinforcing the bell, and giving the overall sound a focused, musical character. It's not just a cosmetic treatment; you can hear it in how the cymbal behaves under the stick.
Medium-Light Weight: Stick Definition Meets Crashability
At medium-light weight, the Stratus 20" Ride sits in a sweet spot that a lot of drummers actively look for. You get genuine stick definition — each stroke reads clearly without blurring into wash — while the cymbal stays light enough to open up and crash when you push it. That kind of dual-purpose flexibility is harder to find than it sounds.
The bell is strong and clear, designed to cut through a full band mix without sounding thin or tinny. Whether you're riding the bow during a verse or accenting the bell in a chorus, this cymbal gives you real options within a single performance.
Product Features:
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Series: Sabian Stratus
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Size: 20 inches
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Material: B20 bronze for rich, complex tone and excellent sustain
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Hammering: STRATUS high-impact hammering for focused articulation and controlled wash
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Weight: Medium-light — balances clear stick definition with crashability
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Bell: Strong and clear, cuts through mix effectively
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Wash: Warm undertone that builds to a controlled wash without overrunning the mix
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SKU: S2012
Brand: Sabian
Model: Stratus 20" Ride
SKU: S2012
Condition: New
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