Sabian 22172 21inch AA Raw Bell Dry Ride Cymbal

The Sabian 22172 21" AA Raw Bell Dry Ride Cymbal stands out with its distinctive unlathed bell design, offering drummers a unique blend of dry articulation and musical versatility. This medium-heavy cymbal from Sabian's acclaimed AA series combines the bright, classic tones that have made the range award-winning with innovative raw bell construction.

The raw, unlathed bell produces an exceptionally bright and solid note when struck, while the bow area provides consistently strong and cutting stick response across all playing volumes. Despite being designed as a "dry" ride, this cymbal maintains a surprising level of musicality and tonal quality that sets it apart from typical dry ride designs.

Built for power and precision, the Raw Bell Dry Ride excels at providing clear stick definition without sacrificing the tonal character that makes it suitable for a wide range of musical applications. The combination of solid sticking response and underlying musicality makes this cymbal a versatile choice for drummers seeking both articulation and tone.