Zildjian 19-Inch Armand Zildjian Beautiful Baby Ride Cymbal Review

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(More customer reviews)Among my three favorite cymbals - a circa late 60s 22" Avedis ride and 20" Avedis sizzle - this one stands out as my absolute favorite.
It has a slight wash from the three-rivet cluster, and the same warm, rich overtones as my 22" ride, but also can produce a relatively high definition ping when playing fast tempo jazz. Although I rarely play rock, this cymbal would make an excellent second ride for texture for drummers who play that genre.
As a jazz cymbal this one has the sound, slight sustain, and subtle overtone that would make it an ideal primary ride cymbal.

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Zildjian 20-Inch A Custom Sizzle Ride Cymbal Review

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(More customer reviews)If you've never played on a sizzle before it takes some getting used to because of the sustain. However, it is an essential sound in R&B and some jazz, especially for slower tempo using triplets.
This particular model sounds identical to my 30+ year old Avedis Zildjian 20" - even the sustain is the same. Do not expect a lot of definition from this (or any other sizzle) because they were designed for a drawn out washy sound with slightly less than moderate definition.
If you're unsure about getting a sizzle, a great compromise is the 19" Zildjian Armand Signature Ride (ASIN B0002GFNF4). That cymbal has a three-rivet cluster near the edge, but has higher definition and less sustain and wash. I have both the Armand and regular sizzle models, so there is a difference in tone and texture these cymbals produce.

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