Agean 20" RIDE JAZZ CUSTOM
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Agean
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
The Ride Jazz 20 is part of the tradition of handcrafted cymbals made in Turkey, the historical cradle of a craftsmanship that has become a worldwide reference for drummers. Within the Custom series, this model aims for a balance between personality and adaptability: a cymbal with a strong character, yet flexible enough to cover many styles, from club to studio settings.
Target Audience for This Drum/Instrument
This ride is intended for intermediate to advanced drummers seeking an expressive cymbal capable of translating playing dynamics and subtle touch nuances. Naturally comfortable in jazz (swing, bebop, modern jazz), it also fits very well in fusion, blues, funk, and pop environments, whenever a clear ride sound with stick articulation is desired, without losing the warmth and complexity of a high-end alloy.
Features and Innovations
The traditional manufacturing and manual hammering give this ride a less "standardized" response than a fully industrialized cymbal: the attack remains precise, while the sustain and harmonic wash maintain a lively and breathing quality. The label "Turkish cymbal par excellence " here translates into a balance between definition and musicality, useful both for maintaining a steady time and for coloring an arrangement with fine nuances.
Sound Characteristics
Thanks to the B20 bronze (a tin-rich alloy), the cymbal delivers a dense harmonic spectrum, with a sense of depth and a naturally musical grain. For a jazz-oriented ride, one often expects a clear stick definition, a controlled wash, and the ability to remain audible even at low volume: this is precisely what a well-mastered artisanal design promotes.
In practice, the Ride Jazz 20 offers an attack that can stay muted when played softly, while retaining presence when the intensity increases. Manual hammering contributes to a more complex response, with harmonics developing gradually rather than "bursting" all at once, which helps achieve a natural sound in acoustic settings and recording situations.
Technical specifications
| Model | Ride Jazz 20 |
| Series | Custom |
| Type | Ride cymbal |
| Manufacturing | Traditional |
| Hammering | Manual |
| Origin | Handcrafted manufacturing in Turkey at Uzunköprü |
| Material | B20 bronze |
| Composition | 80 percent copper, 20 percent tin, traces of silver |
| Sound orientation | Jazz-oriented ride |
| Versatility | Highly versatile series |
| Identity | Turkish cymbal par excellence |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Exceptions | Splash cymbals and cymbals from the R Series (the latter requiring particularly adapted playing) |
| Coverage | Any defect and crack appearing in the groove of the lathing (in the same direction as the lathing lines) |
Questions frequently asked
What sound does the Agean Ride Jazz 20 Custom offer?
The B20 bronze, made of 80% copper and 20% tin with traces of silver, promotes a dense harmonic spectrum. The stick definition remains clear, with controlled wash and an attack that can stay soft at low intensity.
Is this 20-inch ride suitable for jazz and fusion?
This model is designed for jazz, fusion, blues, funk, and pop styles. Its jazz orientation allows for a clear time feel while maintaining dynamic touch nuances.
Is the Ride Jazz 20 hammered by hand?
Traditional manufacturing in Uzunköprü, Turkey, includes manual hammering. Harmonics develop gradually, resulting in a less uniform response.
What material is this Agean cymbal made of?
This cymbal is made from B20 bronze: 80% copper, 20% tin, and traces of silver.
What warranty covers this Agean Custom ride?
The stated coverage period is 2 years. It covers defects and cracks appearing in the groove of the lathing, following the direction of the lathe lines. Splash cymbals and R Series cymbals are exceptions.
