Detail 01
22-inch diameter
Bigger than a standard 20-inch ride: lower pitch, longer sustain, more wash building under fast playing.
Product detailSKU #1273887990395
ZildjianK Custom Dark Ride Cymbal 22 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 22-inch dark-voiced ride from Zildjian's K Custom line, at $634.95. For drummers who want a low, washy ride with clear stick definition.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Jazz and low-volume gigs needing a low, dry stick sound
- Drummers who ride on the bow and crash the edge
- Studio work where a bright ping cuts through too much
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock or metal players needing a cutting, glassy ping
- Drummers with small kits or tight stage footprints
- Anyone shopping under $300 for a first ride
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
Dark voicing
Fundamental sits lower with fewer high overtones, so it blends behind vocals instead of sitting on top.
Detail 03
Ride, not a crash
Built to be played continuously for timekeeping. Crashing the edge hard and often will shorten its life.
Detail 04
K Custom series
Zildjian's darker, more complex line, distinct from the brighter A Custom cymbals.
Detail 05
$634.95
Professional tier. A ride at this price is meant to be the centerpiece of a kit, not a spare.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cymbal only. No stand, felt, sleeve or cymbal bag included.
- 02Confirm your stand reaches 22 inches without the edge hitting other cymbals.
- 03A 22-inch ride needs more room than a 20 — measure your setup first.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I crash on this ride?
You can catch the edge for an accent, but it is a ride first. Constant hard crashing on a 22-inch ride risks cracking the edge over time.
02Is 22 inches too big for a small kit?
It works, but it needs clearance. Check that the arm reaches far enough that the edge does not collide with your crash or hi-hat.
03How does it compare to an A Custom ride?
The K Custom line is the darker, less bright voicing. The A Custom line is brighter and more cutting.
04Does it come with a cymbal stand?
No. This is the cymbal alone. You will need a stand, plus a sleeve and felts to protect the bell hole.
