Detail 01
Bell ride
The bell is emphasized and sized to project. Bell hits come out loud and clearly separated from the bow.
Product detailSKU #1274115039071
PaisteSignature Reflector Bell Ride Cymbal 22 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 22-inch Signature ride built around its bell. For drummers who play bell patterns as a lead voice and need them to cut.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Bell-heavy rock, gospel and worship patterns
- Loud stages where a normal bell gets lost
- Drummers who ride the bow and bell interchangeably
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Quiet jazz or brush playing
- Anyone wanting a dark, dry, low-volume ride
- Players who never touch the bell — you are paying for it
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
22 inches
Large ride with a lower pitch and long sustain. Wide bow gives you room between bell and edge.
Detail 03
Reflector finish
A polished, bright-looking surface. Visually distinct on stage and a brighter voice than lathed dark cymbals.
Detail 04
Signature series
Paiste's premium tier. Price reflects the line, not just the size.
Detail 05
$820
Main-ride investment. Justified if bell work is central to what you play.
Detail 06
Ride, not crash/ride
Meant for sustained patterns. It will crash, but slowly and at high volume.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cymbal only — no stand, felts, sleeve or wing nut
- 02Angle it flatter than a crash so bell hits land cleanly
- 03A pronounced bell can build up wash; check it against loud guitars
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What makes a bell ride different?
The bell is larger and more pronounced, so bell hits are louder and more distinct from the bow. Standard rides have a subtler bell that blends into the wash.
02Is this good as an all-around ride?
It rides normally on the bow with a defined stick sound. It is brighter and more present than a dark ride, so it suits louder music.
03Will the bell cut through a loud band?
That is the point of the design. The bell is voiced to project over amplified guitars and stage volume rather than blend in.
04Does it need a special stand?
No, any cymbal stand works. Use a felt above and below and a plastic sleeve, and leave room to angle a 22-inch cymbal.
