Zultan 22" Raw Jazz Ride

This is the first Zultan cymbal that I have bought. (I'm awaiting delivery of a 22 inch Q ride and anticipate it to be as satisfying as the Raw Jazz). The quality of the Raw Jazz is extremely good, given the price. This is not the loudest of cymbals, but then it's branded as a Raw Jazz Ride and so it's to be expected that the ping isn't so defined. I really love this cymbal. For the price charged, the sound is pleasing and complex and really does suit jazz playing. I have drumming friends who have bought this genre of cymbal from more expensive brands and the Zultan cymbal holds its own perfectly relative to these. I used this cymbal in studio recordings last year and it recorded beautifully.

So being hard-hitter i mostly enjoyed rock and metal cymbals. I decided to become a more versatile drummer and figured i might as well buy some jazz cymbals and a smaller kit. I had my eyes on some Istanbul gear, because that stuff sounds very good. Ofcourse i wanted to cut some cost, Istanbul doesn't come cheap. I did some research on youtube when i came across Zultan and watched some videos. I figured "why the hell not" and gave it a go.

I love it my dudes.

A nice reminder for myself that gear doesn't always have to be expensive. This is more than just a good ride, it's very good! Sounds dry, has a nice wash and a dark bell. Totally matches it's description... I am so pleased with this cymbal. If Zultan keeps the quality up and the prices lower than their competition they havn't had the last purchase from me.

This is my first Zultan cymbal. I am a music student and as most students, we are all trying to cost cut. I wanted a dark ride that had enough volume for any style but a dark, dry and subtle tone. i looked into the dryer cymbals of the 'competition' but they are so expensive. This is the perfect alternative. This ride is beautiful. Rich, dark but versatile. The bow and bell are married sonic-ly . Massive dark crash too, maybe not for every ones taste but exactly what i wanted. do not let the "Jazz" title fool you as this cymbal can be used for most things. The jazz part means it is just a slightly thinner and darker version of the normal Zultan 22 Raw Ride.

I was pleasantly surprised by the sound of the ride being similar to the video Thomann provide. Mine is a tad darker in pitch but the 'manor' of the cymbal was the same as the video portrayed. When a cymbal is hand hammered it is hard to find an accurate representation of it.

If Zultan keep the quality high and the prices fair, they will be huge. Highly Satisfied!