Sabian 22116Rl 21" AA MantaRay China Cymbal

The Sabian AA MantaRay China is a 21" accent cymbal developed with drummer Ray Luzier to deliver explosive attack and controlled decay in high-volume settings. Its asymmetric shape produces a trashy, lower-pitched tone that cuts through dense mixes without lingering wash. This is a China cymbal built to make an immediate statement and get out of the way fast, offering a bold departure from traditional circular designs. The MantaRays distinctive profile generates powerful projection with a fast, explosive attack character that prioritises impact over sustain. Quick decay ensures accents remain controlled and musical rather than overwhelming the mix with excessive wash. Ray Luziers input shaped a cymbal that slices through heavy guitar tones and double-kick patterns with trashy aggression, then vanishes to leave space for the next hit. The AA series hammering and lathing techniques deliver consistent tone across the asymmetric surface. Features  21" diameter China cymbal with asymmetric profile design Developed in collaboration with drummer Ray Luzier Fast, explosive attack with trashy tonal character Quick sustain and decay for controlled accents Lower pitch than traditional China cymbals Powerful projection optimised for heavy mix environments AA series hammering and lathing for musical control Distinctive shape creates bold, cutting accent voice