{"product_id":"agean-ride-mini-cup-20-extreme-217183","title":"20\" RIDE MINI CUP EXTREME","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning in the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned in the tradition of Turkish cymbals, the 20-inch Ride Mini Cup fits within Agean's artisanal spirit, manufactured in Uzunkopru, Turkey. The \u003cstrong\u003eExtreme\u003c\/strong\u003e series aims for a sound that is both powerful and controlled, intended for drummers seeking an expressive ride cymbal capable of remaining clear even at high volume. The choice of hand hammering and fine lathing places this model in a \"character and projection\" approach, with a marked personality and consistent playability across the entire surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTarget Audience for This Drum\/Instrument\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis ride cymbal is particularly suited for \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to advanced\u003c\/strong\u003e drummers who want a responsive, precise, and versatile cymbal for both live performance and studio work. Its \"Mini Cup\" profile (more compact bell) emphasizes definition and control, making it well-suited to styles where the ride must remain clear: \u003cstrong\u003erock\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emetal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epunk\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efusion\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epower pop\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as certain \u003cstrong\u003emodern jazz\u003c\/strong\u003e aesthetics when a clear ping is preferred over a very diffuse wash. If you play loudly and want to maintain clean articulation on patterns, this format is particularly relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Agean Extreme 20-inch Ride Mini Cup is based on a combination of manufacturing details that directly influence playing behavior. The \u003cstrong\u003ehand hammering\u003c\/strong\u003e adds complexity and a more organic feel under the stick, while the \u003cstrong\u003efine and shallow lathing\u003c\/strong\u003e promotes a quick response with controlled diffusion. The \u003cstrong\u003eraw bell\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a very direct sonic anchor point, useful for marking accents and keeping the bell present without having to force it. Finally, the advertised \"excellent sonic balance\" comes from the interplay between \u003cstrong\u003eareas of different finishes\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a ride cymbal that is both clear and rich, capable of shifting from a broader edge play to a very defined centered play.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003eBronze B25\u003c\/strong\u003e alloy (copper, tin, and traces of silver) delivers a generally \u003cstrong\u003ebright\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eresponsive\u003c\/strong\u003e register, with natural projection and pronounced attack. On a ride cymbal, this translates to clear \u003cstrong\u003estick definition\u003c\/strong\u003e : each stick hit remains identifiable even as volume increases. The balance between brightness and harmonic complexity results in a cymbal that \"speaks\" quickly, with present but structured harmonics, avoiding a muddy sound impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003efine and shallow lathing\u003c\/strong\u003e contributes to a sense of control: the cymbal opens fluidly but maintains enough sustain to help keep a stable pattern. The \u003cstrong\u003eraw bell\u003c\/strong\u003e, less polished, tends to produce a denser and more biting sound, very useful for punctuations, breaks, and intensity builds. In practice, you get a ride that combines \u003cstrong\u003edefinition\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epresence\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003echaracter\u003c\/strong\u003e, while remaining balanced enough to cover various contexts, from energetic live shows to mic'd recording situations where clarity is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eRide Mini Cup\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e20 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eExtreme\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHammering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ehand\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLathing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003efine and shallow\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eraw\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSonic balance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eachieved through different finishes\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturing location\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eUzunkopru, Turkey\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eBronze B25\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e75 percent copper, 25 percent tin, traces of silver\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eException\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003esplash cymbals and cymbals from the R Series (require particularly adapted playing)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eany defect and crack appearing in the lathing groove, in the same direction as the lathing lines\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Agean","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54357753987347,"sku":"217183","price":339.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/5762594934225da284338af93a35aecc527544bb_AGE_EX20RIMC.jpg?v=1787327494","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/agean-20-ride-mini-cup-extreme-217183","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}