The Ride That's Been on More Recordings Than You Can Count
If you've ever tapped your foot to a rock record, grooved along with a jazz band, or caught a live show where the drummer held everything together with that one cymbal — there's a good chance you were hearing the A Zildjian Medium Ride. It's been a staple on stages and in studios for decades, and for good reason: it just works, in almost every setting you can throw at it.
The 22" A Zildjian Medium Ride is the sweet spot of the A series lineup. Big enough to fill the room, balanced enough to sit in a mix without overpowering it. The medium weight gives you a mid-range fundamental pitch that cuts through clearly without getting harsh, and the traditional finish keeps that warm, unmistakably classic A Zildjian character front and center.
Whether you're laying down steady patterns on the bow, accenting with bell hits, or crashing through a chorus, this cymbal has the versatility to follow your lead.
Built the Zildjian Way — Cast Bronze, Traditional Finish
The A Zildjian Medium Ride is individually cast from Zildjian's proprietary bronze alloy — the same secret formula the company has used for over 380 years. Each cymbal is symmetrically machine hammered and lathed with a traditional wide groove, a process refined over centuries that gives the A series its distinctive bright, expressive voice.
The traditional (non-brilliant) finish contributes to that slightly warmer, more nuanced character compared to mirror-polished cymbals. You get a sound that responds differently as you move from edge to bell — articulate stick patterns in the mid-bow, a focused ping at the bell, and real crashability when you need to open things up.
Stick Definition, Crashability, and Room to Play
One of the things that makes the 22" A Medium Ride stand out is how much you can do with it. It handles simple, straightforward ride patterns with ease, but it also has enough complexity in the wash to reward more intricate playing. Zildjian describes the A Medium Rides as offering "both crashability and a great amount of stick definition for simple to complex rhythmic patterns."
The 22" diameter gives the cymbal presence and projection, making it at home in louder settings where a smaller ride might get lost. Players often find it holds its articulation even when the band is pushing harder — you still hear the stick, even through the wash.
Product Features:
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Series: A Zildjian
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Size: 22 inches
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Type: Medium Ride
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Material: Cast bronze — Zildjian's proprietary alloy
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Finish: Traditional
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Construction: Symmetrically machine hammered and lathed with a traditional wide groove
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Weight: Medium — mid-range fundamental pitch
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Versatility: Suitable for stick patterns, bell work, and crash accents across a wide range of musical styles
Brand: Zildjian
Model: A Zildjian Medium Ride
SKU: A0036
Condition: New
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