Ideal Rides for Intricate Playing
For drum grooves and fills where speed, intricacy, and definition are required, Sweetwater drummers heartily recommend the Sabian Stratus Dry Ride. This ride cymbal is dark and dry with excellent stick articulation and a low-pitched wash that’s present but never gets out of control, which is genuinely impressive for a 24-inch ride cymbal. Plus, its thin weight also opens it up for crashing, and the piercing, hammered bell is perfect for accents and flourishes. Drummers who play contemporary jazz, prog metal, or other complex genres should strongly consider keeping the pulse with the Sabian Stratus Dry Ride.
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Stratus Dry: optimal control and precision
Sabian's aptly named Stratus Dry cymbals boast a B20 bronze construction and an extra-heavy hammering protocol that brings even more bite to the Stratus series while maintaining its signature dark, defined character. These modern-sounding cymbals cut clearly through any mix or onstage, and their clarity, speed, and articulation make them ideal for fast accents and intricate patterns. The hi-hats chick with authority, the crashes strike quickly and step aside, and each ride maintains presence without washing out the rest of the band. Drummers looking for cymbals with a clean attack and nuanced control for contemporary music will find their match in the Sabian Stratus Dry series.
Sabian Stratus Dry Ride Features:
- Dark, dry ride with well-defined stick articulation
- Hammered bell lends itself well to accents and flourishes
- Thin weight lets you crash on the edge with ease
- Low-pitched wash is present yet controlled, even at 24 in. in size
- Ideal for contemporary genres that demand intricate playing