Detail 01
20-inch diameter
Large enough to hold a real ride pattern, so it doesn't wash out the way a 16 or 18 does.
Product detailSKU #1274115038910
PaisteRude Crash Ride Cymbal 20"
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 20-inch crash ride from Paiste's Rude line. For drummers who want one cymbal that takes both crash hits and ride patterns in loud settings.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Loud rock or metal gigs where a thin crash disappears
- Small setups needing one cymbal to crash and ride
- Drummers who crash the edge of their ride constantly
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Quiet jazz, brush work, or low-volume church gigs
- Players wanting fast, short-decaying accent crashes
- Anyone short on stand space — 20 inches needs room
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Crash ride design
Built to be struck on the edge and played on the bow, instead of committing to one job.
Detail 03
Weight of a crash ride
Heavier than a plain crash, so it takes a harder hit to fully open up and speak.
Detail 04
$470 price
Sits in professional territory, not student range — it's a long-term cymbal, not a starter.
Detail 05
Single cymbal, not a pack
You are buying one piece. Hats, ride and other crashes are separate purchases.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No stand, boom arm, or mounting hardware included
- 02Bring felts, a sleeve and a wing nut — metal-on-metal cracks cymbals
- 0320 inches is heavy; a lightweight straight stand will tip
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this as my only ride cymbal?
Yes. At 20 inches it holds a ride pattern and a bell, and it takes crash hits on the edge. It's the standard one-cymbal solution.
02Is 20 inches too big for a crash?
For fast accents, yes — it's slower to respond than a 16 or 18. It's chosen for volume and sustain, not quick attack.
03Does it come with a stand?
No. You need a cymbal stand plus felt washers and a sleeve. Buy those separately if you don't already have a free stand.
04Is this loud enough for metal?
A 20-inch crash ride is a common choice for loud amplified music specifically because smaller thin crashes get buried under guitars and drums.
