
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Paiste’s 20-inch 900 Series Heavy Ride centers on an articulate, bright ping for drummers playing with force. It is built to project through amplified band mixes, pairing strong volume with a fat, powerful ride sound. The large bell provides a pronounced attack option, and the long sustain keeps its presence extending after the strike. Choose it when clear ride definition and heavy-weight response are central to the part.

Strong match
Who this is for
- Amplified rehearsals where a heavy ride needs enough volume and ping to remain audible.
- Heavy drummers seeking a 20-inch ride with clear articulation and extended sustain.
- Patterns that call for pronounced ride definition alongside a large-bell attack.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players looking for a ride with a short sustain; this model is described with long sustain.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size is this Heavy Ride?
It is a 20-inch Paiste 900 Series Heavy Ride.
02What is the ride’s primary sound focus?
It emphasizes an articulate, bright ping with a fat, powerful overall sound.
03Is it intended for amplified playing?
Yes. It is designed for heavy-playing drummers who need projection through an amplified mix.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
5 detailsBody & build
- Material
- Cast Alloy
- Body Finish
- Traditional
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Finish
- Traditional
- Type
- Ride
1 detailsSize & weight
- Cymbal Weight
- Heavy
6 detailsOther
- Added Value
- No
- Quantity
- 1
- Lathing
- Full
- Hammering
- Hand
- Sizes in
- Multiple
- Bell
- Standard
















