20 Best Crash Ride Cymbal [2024]

Are you looking for the best crash ride cymbal? Based on expert reviews, we ranked them. We've listed our top-ranked picks, including the top-selling crash ride cymbal.

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1 Zildjian 20' A Zildjian Crash Ride Zildjian 20" A Zildjian Crash Ride
2 Meinl Cymbals MJ401+18 Mike Johnston Pack Byzance Cymbal Box Set with Free 18' Byzance Extra Dry... Meinl Cymbals MJ401+18 Mike Johnston Pack Byzance Cymbal Box Set with Free 18" Byzance Extra Dry...
3 Meinl Cymbals BV-480+B16TRC Byzance Vintage Series Benny Greb Sand Cymbal Box Set Pack with FREE... Meinl Cymbals BV-480+B16TRC Byzance Vintage Series Benny Greb Sand Cymbal Box Set Pack with FREE...
4 Avedis Zildjian Company K Worship Pack Cymbals 14inch Dark Hi Hats 16inch 18inch Fast Crash & 20inch... Avedis Zildjian Company K Worship Pack Cymbals 14inch Dark Hi Hats 16inch 18inch Fast Crash &...
5 Meinl Cymbals Crash Ride Cymbal, B22DUCR, inch Meinl Cymbals Crash Ride Cymbal, B22DUCR, inch
6 Meinl 18' Crash/Ride Cymbal - HCS Traditional Finish Brass for Drum Set, Made in Germany, 2-YEAR... Meinl 18" Crash/Ride Cymbal - HCS Traditional Finish Brass for Drum Set, Made in Germany, 2-YEAR...
7 Meinl Cymbal Set Box Pack with 14” Hihats, 20” Ride, 16” Crash, Plus a FREE 18” Crash –... Meinl Cymbal Set Box Pack with 14” Hihats, 20” Ride, 16” Crash, Plus a FREE 18” Crash –...
8 Zildjian K Custom Series Hybrid Special Pack-14 Hybrid Hi-Hats, 16' Hybrid, 20' Hybrid Ride, 18'... Zildjian K Custom Series Hybrid Special Pack-14 Hybrid Hi-Hats, 16" Hybrid, 20" Hybrid Ride, 18"...
9 Meinl Cymbals CC-141620+18 Classics Custom Bonus Pack Cymbal Box Set with 18' Crash Meinl Cymbals CC-141620+18 Classics Custom Bonus Pack Cymbal Box Set with 18" Crash
10 Sabian AAX Promotional Cymbal Set with Free 18' Thin Crash, Natural, (14' Hats, 16' Crash, 21' Ride,... Sabian AAX Promotional Cymbal Set with Free 18" Thin Crash, Natural, (14" Hats, 16" Crash, 21"...
11 Sabian HHX Complex Performance Set 15' Hi-Hats 19' Thin Crash 22' Medium Ride, Brass (15005XCN) Sabian HHX Complex Performance Set 15" Hi-Hats 19" Thin Crash 22" Medium Ride, Brass (15005XCN)
12 Sabian SBR1811 SBR Series Pure Brass 18-Inch Crash/Ride Cymbal Sabian SBR1811 SBR Series Pure Brass 18-Inch Crash/Ride Cymbal
13 Zildjian Planet Z Crash Ride Cymbal (ZP18CR) Zildjian Planet Z Crash Ride Cymbal (ZP18CR)
14 Bosphorus Cymbals A18CR 18-Inch Antique Series Jazz Crash Ride Cymbal Bosphorus Cymbals A18CR 18-Inch Antique Series Jazz Crash Ride Cymbal
15 Sabian 222OMX 22' AAX Omni Crash Ride Cymbal Sabian 222OMX 22" AAX Omni Crash Ride Cymbal
16 Meinl Cymbals Super Set Box Pack with 14” Hihats, 20” Ride, 16” Crash, 18” Crash, 16”... Meinl Cymbals Super Set Box Pack with 14” Hihats, 20” Ride, 16” Crash, 18” Crash, 16”...
17 Dream Cymbals IGNCP3 Ignition Cymbal Pack w/ 14' Hi Hats 16' Crash 20' Ride and Dream Cymbals IGNCP3 Ignition Cymbal Pack w/ 14" Hi Hats 16" Crash 20" Ride and
18 Sabian Super Cymbal Set with Free 10' Splash and 18' Fast Crash, Natural (XSR5007SB) Sabian Super Cymbal Set with Free 10" Splash and 18" Fast Crash, Natural (XSR5007SB)
19 Paiste Masters 22' Dark Crash Ride Cymbal Paiste Masters 22" Dark Crash Ride Cymbal
20 Meinl Cymbals Byzance 20' Dual Crash-Ride — Made in Turkey — Hand Hammered B20 Bronze, 2-Year... Meinl Cymbals Byzance 20" Dual Crash-Ride — Made in Turkey — Hand Hammered B20 Bronze, 2-Year...
Bestseller No. 1
Zildjian 20" A Zildjian Crash Ride
  • Dual-purpose crash ride cymbal for every musical situation
  • Good ride definition
  • Great light crash qualities
  • Smaller size opens up and responds quickly
  • Classic bright, expressive A Zildjian sound
Bestseller No. 2
Meinl Cymbals MJ401+18 Mike Johnston Pack Byzance Cymbal Box Set with Free 18" Byzance Extra Dry...
  • The Meinl Mike Johnston cymbal box set contains a variety of Byzance models that Mike chooses for his standard set up when conducting lessons and...
  • Included in the box are 14" Byzance extra dry medium Hi Hats, 20" Byzance extra thin hammered Crash, 21" Byzance Mike Johnston signature transition...
  • All Byzance cymbals are hand hammered into shape by Meinl cymbal artisans in Turkey using B20 Bronze Alloy
  • These cymbals deliver a musical blend of smooth and dry attack with a growling, earthy wash that is chock-full of character while creating a blend of...
  • Important Meinl Disclaimer: offers listed through the global store are not authentic Meinl items
Bestseller No. 3
Meinl Cymbals BV-480+B16TRC Byzance Vintage Series Benny Greb Sand Cymbal Box Set Pack with FREE...
  • Hand hammered in Turkey from B20 Bronze Alloy — the Byzance Vintage Sand Series cymbals are aged by sand blasting the surfaces — the B20 bronze...
  • Designed with Benny Greb — Byzance Vintage Sand cymbals were developed in cooperation with Benny Greb, who was looking for a set of cymbals that...
  • Texture galore — the hammering, sand blasting and lathing combination results in a silky-smooth feel with plenty of definition and a dry, earthy...
  • Increase musicality — Byzance Vintage cymbals have become an immensely popular choice among top recording and touring artists — the ability these...
  • Modern versatility rooted in tradition — hand hammered into shape in Turkey using B20 bronze, Meinl Byzance cymbals are deeply rooted in traditional...
Bestseller No. 4
Avedis Zildjian Company K Worship Pack Cymbals 14inch Dark Hi Hats 16inch 18inch Fast Crash & 20inch...
  • Set Includes:
  • 14" K Custom Dark HiHats
  • 16" K Custom Fast Crash
  • 18" K Custom Fast Crash
  • 20" K Custom Medium Ride
Bestseller No. 5
Meinl Cymbals Crash Ride Cymbal, B22DUCR, inch
  • Hand hammered in Turkey from cast B20 bronze alloy — the 22" Dual Crash-Ride gives you articulate definition that activates the whole cymbal while...
  • Texture galore — the hammering and lathing combination results in a silky-smooth feel with earthy definition, wrapped in a touch of shimmering glow...
  • Effortless sound — the thin nature of Byzance Dual cymbals in combination with the unique surface puts them in a musical range that is useful in...
  • Increase musicality — Byzance Dual cymbals have become an immensely popular choice among top recording and touring artists — the ability these...
  • Modern versatility rooted in tradition — hand hammered into shape in Turkey using cast B20 bronze, Meinl Byzance cymbals are deeply rooted in...
Bestseller No. 6
Meinl 18" Crash/Ride Cymbal - HCS Traditional Finish Brass for Drum Set, Made in Germany, 2-YEAR...
  • The perfect blend of a crash and a ride — the 18" Meinl HCS crash/ride is the perfect middle ground between a ride cymbal and a crash cymbal —...
  • Designed for beginners and students — Meinl HCS cymbals are designed for beginner and student musicians using a durable brass alloy that maintains...
  • Made in Germany — when you open the box, the first thing you will notice is these cymbals bear the exact same markings as professional Meinl cymbals...
  • Full range of sounds — unique to this price range, the HCS series offers all of the cymbal types and sizes normally found in professional set ups to...
  • Great for instructors — Meinl HCS cymbals are made for new players who are learning their way around the drum set — teachers will find these to be...
Bestseller No. 7
Meinl Cymbal Set Box Pack with 14” Hihats, 20” Ride, 16” Crash, Plus a FREE 18” Crash –...
  • Included in the Classics Custom Dark bonus set — 14" dark hihats (pair), 16" dark crash, 20" dark ride plus a FREE 18" dark crash
  • Dark finish with extra hammering — a highly specialized finishing process leaves this cymbal with shadowy tones and plenty of volume — extra deep...
  • Explosive cymbals for power players — Classics Custom Dark cymbals open up to deliver an energetic drive at loud dynamics, making them a sure bet...
  • Made from B10 bronze alloy — Consisting of 90% copper and 10% tin, B10 bronze has a uniform sound that packs a punch and cuts through dense mixes...
  • A finish unlike any other — the dark finish is a part of the cymbal making process, not just a coating that can wear off overtime — the look will...
Bestseller No. 8
Zildjian K Custom Series Hybrid Special Pack-14 Hybrid Hi-Hats, 16" Hybrid, 20" Hybrid Ride, 18"...
  • The K Custom Hybrid Special Pack features cymbals with that modern K Voice
  • Designed with Akira , the Hybrid Cymbals are a perfect combination of brightness and darkness
  • This pack includes: 14" K Custom hybrid Hi-Hats
  • 16" K Custom hybrid crash, 20" K Custom hybrid ride and 18" Custom hybrid crash
  • Sounds as good as they look
Bestseller No. 9
Meinl Cymbals CC-141620+18 Classics Custom Bonus Pack Cymbal Box Set with 18" Crash
  • Included in the Classics Custom Brilliant Bonus Set — 14" medium hihats (pair), 16" medium crash, 20" medium ride, and a FREE 18" medium crash
  • Brilliant finish and fully lathed — to deliver as much shimmering cut as possible, these cymbals feature a highly reflective brilliant finish with...
  • Explosive cymbals for power players — Classics Custom cymbals open up to deliver an energetic drive at loud dynamics, making them a sure bet for...
  • Made from B10 bronze alloy — consisting of 90% copper and 10% tin, B10 bronze has a uniform sound that packs a punch and cuts through dense mixes...
  • A stunning shine — not only does the mirror-like finish shape the sound of the cymbal, it will also add a stunning look to your kit — the look...
Bestseller No. 10
Sabian AAX Promotional Cymbal Set with Free 18" Thin Crash, Natural, (14" Hats, 16" Crash, 21" Ride,...
  • Catalog ID: 25005XCPB
  • 14" Medium Hi Hats
  • 16" Thin Crash
  • 20" Medium Ride
  • Free 18" Thin Crash
Bestseller No. 11
Sabian HHX Complex Performance Set 15" Hi-Hats 19" Thin Crash 22" Medium Ride, Brass (15005XCN)
  • Catalog ID: 15005XCN
  • 22-inch Complex Medium Ride
  • 19-inch Complex Thin Crash
  • 15-inch Complex Medium Hats
  • Metal: B20
Bestseller No. 12
Sabian SBR1811 SBR Series Pure Brass 18-Inch Crash/Ride Cymbal
  • Delivers full-bodied riding and loud crashing equally well
  • Smartly priced, SBr Brass is in a class of its own
  • SBr makes your first step into cymbals an easy one
Bestseller No. 13
Zildjian Planet Z Crash Ride Cymbal (ZP18CR)
  • Package Dimensions: 22 L x 6 H x 22 W (inches)
  • Package Weight : 64 pounds
  • Country of Origin : United States
Bestseller No. 14
Bosphorus Cymbals A18CR 18-Inch Antique Series Jazz Crash Ride Cymbal
  • 100% Handmade
  • A great multi-purpose cymbal that can be used as a ride in low volume settings and as a powerful crash for louder applications.
  • The ride sound produces a high pitched ping surrounded by warm, dark undertones. The crash explodes into a rich, complex array of sound decaying...
  • 2 Years Warranty.
Bestseller No. 15
Sabian 222OMX 22" AAX Omni Crash Ride Cymbal
  • Designed with the astonishing and groundbreaking Jojo Mayer
  • Never has so much versatility existed in just one model
  • AAX models deliver consistently bright, crisp, clear and cutting responses – the ultimate Modern Bright sound!
  • Protected by SABIAN Two-Year Warranty
Bestseller No. 16
Meinl Cymbals Super Set Box Pack with 14” Hihats, 20” Ride, 16” Crash, 18” Crash, 16”...
  • Extensive set up — the HCS Super Set includes 14” hihats (top and bottom), a 20" ride, 16" crash, 18" crash, 16" china, and a 10" splash — this...
  • Designed for beginners and students — Meinl HCS cymbals are designed for beginner and student musicians using a durable brass alloy that maintains...
  • Made in Germany — when you open the box, the first thing you will notice is these cymbals bear the exact same markings as professional Meinl cymbals...
  • Full range of sounds — unique to this price range, HCS cymbals offer all of the cymbal types and sizes normally found in professional set ups to...
  • Great for instructors — Meinl HCS cymbals are made for new players who are learning their way around the drum set — teachers will find these to be...
Bestseller No. 17
Dream Cymbals IGNCP3 Ignition Cymbal Pack w/ 14" Hi Hats 16" Crash 20" Ride and
  • Dream Ignition Series Cymbal Pack
  • The sound of the Ignition Cymbal Packs, is a hybrid of the Bliss and Contact families. Without a doubt the best way to turn first time drummers into...
  • Cymbal Packs
  • IGNCP3 - 14" Hit-Hats, 16" Crash, 20" Ride, Cymbal Bag
  • IGNCP3+ - 14" Hit-Hats, 18" Crash, 22" Ride, Cymbal Bag
Bestseller No. 18
Sabian Super Cymbal Set with Free 10" Splash and 18" Fast Crash, Natural (XSR5007SB)
  • 14"-16"-18" Fast Crashes deliver quick response and versatility!
  • 14" XSR Hats for accurate sticking response with boosted clarity and cut
  • XSR delivers unprecedented sound and performance at a smart price!
  • Not a budget series, but rather a line designed to fit your cymbal budget
  • Quality protected by SABIAN two-year warranty
Bestseller No. 19
Paiste Masters 22" Dark Crash Ride Cymbal
  • Hand Hammered and Lathed
  • Turkish Bronze and Swiss Craftsmanship
  • Deeply Hammered for Dark Sound
  • Defined Bell and Ride Sounds
  • Case Not Included
Bestseller No. 20
Meinl Cymbals Byzance 20" Dual Crash-Ride — Made in Turkey — Hand Hammered B20 Bronze, 2-Year...
  • Hand hammered in Turkey from cast B20 bronze alloy — the 20" Dual Crash-Ride gives you articulate definition that activates the whole cymbal while...
  • Texture galore — the hammering and lathing combination results in a silky-smooth feel with earthy definition, wrapped in a touch of shimmering glow...
  • Effortless sound — the thin nature of Byzance Dual cymbals in combination with the unique surface puts them in a musical range that is useful in...
  • Increase musicality — Byzance Dual cymbals have become an immensely popular choice among top recording and touring artists — the ability these...
  • Modern versatility rooted in tradition — hand hammered into shape in Turkey using cast B20 bronze, Meinl Byzance cymbals are deeply rooted in...

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  1. Brand Value: Every brand of crash ride cymbal has a value all its own. Most brands offer some sort of unique selling proposition that’s supposed to bring something different to the table than their competitors.
  2. Features: What bells and whistles matter for an crash ride cymbal?
  3. Specifications: How powerful they are can be measured.
  4. Product Value: This simply is how much bang for the buck you get from your crash ride cymbal.
  5. Customer Ratings: Number ratings grade crash ride cymbal objectively.
  6. Customer Reviews: Closely related to ratings, these paragraphs give you first-hand and detailed information from real-world users about their crash ride cymbal.
  7. Product Quality: You don’t always get what you pay for with an crash ride cymbal, sometimes less, and sometimes more.
  8. Product Reliability: How sturdy and durable an crash ride cymbal is should be an indication of how long it will work out for you.

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FAQ:

Q: What does crash cymbal mean?

A: A crash cymbal is a type of cymbal that produces a loud, sharp “crash” and is used mainly for occasional accents, as opposed to a ride cymbal. It can be mounted on a stand and played with a drum stick, or by hand in pairs. One or two crash cymbals are a standard part of a drum kit.

Q: How are the crash cymbals played?

A: How to Play Crash Cymbals Choose the right crash cymbal. Today’s drummers enjoy a wide array of crash cymbal options from brands like Zildjian, Sabian, Meinl Percussion, and Paiste. … Place the cymbal on your non-dominant side. … Use the right type of beaters. … Learn where to strike the cymbal. …

Q: What is the ride cymbal?

A: A crash/ride cymbal is a medium weight, slightly tapered cymbal, normally in the 18–22-inch (460–560 mm) range, designed to serve in a drum kit as both a crash and a ride cymbal. A ride/crash cymbal is similar in design and function to a crash/ride, but slightly heavier and/or less tapered to optimise the ride rather than the crash function.

Q: What does ride cymbal mean?

A: The ride cymbal is a standard cymbal in most drum kits. It maintains a steady rhythmic pattern, sometimes called a ride pattern, rather than the accent of a crash.