So I've decided to change up my ride cymbal sound and can't seem to decide which ride to go with. FWIW I play mostly Latin, Breaks, DnB, Funk, and Fusion. Nowhere to try rides locally, so all I can do is download sound bytes, listen to advice, and hope for the best.
I'm currently using a Paiste Twenty 20" ride. I love the sound (VERY silky and shimmery, fantastic full wash), but I find that the stick definition is largely overtaken by the wash when I play denser patterns. I'd call this cymbal almost a little bit too airy and legato for the kit sound I'm after.
So I'm looking for something with a more defined stick attack, a darker wash (not too dark though!), and a slightly faster decay. Gotta have a nice melodic bell as well! Crashability would be fantastic, but is not absolutely necessary. Would be matched up with Sabian AA 13" Fusion Hats, so something that doesn't have TOO much sheer volume/projection would work.
Any suggestions? I would *really* appreciate any help! Cheers!
I'm currently using a Paiste Twenty 20" ride. I love the sound (VERY silky and shimmery, fantastic full wash), but I find that the stick definition is largely overtaken by the wash when I play denser patterns. I'd call this cymbal almost a little bit too airy and legato for the kit sound I'm after.
So I'm looking for something with a more defined stick attack, a darker wash (not too dark though!), and a slightly faster decay. Gotta have a nice melodic bell as well! Crashability would be fantastic, but is not absolutely necessary. Would be matched up with Sabian AA 13" Fusion Hats, so something that doesn't have TOO much sheer volume/projection would work.
Any suggestions? I would *really* appreciate any help! Cheers!