Difference between revisions of "Sabian AAX 21" Memphis Ride"
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'''Size:''' 21 Inch<br> | '''Size:''' 21 Inch<br> | ||
'''Series:''' [[Sabian AAX#AAX|AAX]]<br> | '''Series:''' [[Sabian AAX#AAX|AAX]]<br> | ||
| − | '''Weight:''' 2397g, 2434g, 2452g, 2514g, 2560g, 2564g, 2624g, 2626g, 2664g<br> | + | '''Weight:''' 2397g, 2434g, 2452g, 2514g, 2560g, 2564g, 2608g, 2624g, 2626g, 2664g<br> |
| − | '''Median Weight:''' | + | '''Median Weight:''' 2562g (n=10)<br> |
'''Years of production:''' 2009<font color=blue><sup>1</sup></font color=blue> - ?<br> | '''Years of production:''' 2009<font color=blue><sup>1</sup></font color=blue> - ?<br> | ||
'''Sound file:''' [https://youtu.be/KW_TORA6S94?si=l9CSu4aqBPQbYDU8 AAX 21" Memphis Ride] <br> | '''Sound file:''' [https://youtu.be/KW_TORA6S94?si=l9CSu4aqBPQbYDU8 AAX 21" Memphis Ride] <br> | ||
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It also falls into the AAX category, but is thinner (medium-thin) than the previous two rides and is consequently deeper in timbre. This is coupled with a smallish bell, which is part lathed and noticeably high-pitched, making a sharp contrast with the dark body of the cymbal. Absolutely made for a Latin-tinged rendition of Ray Charles' 'What'd I Say'." <br> | It also falls into the AAX category, but is thinner (medium-thin) than the previous two rides and is consequently deeper in timbre. This is coupled with a smallish bell, which is part lathed and noticeably high-pitched, making a sharp contrast with the dark body of the cymbal. Absolutely made for a Latin-tinged rendition of Ray Charles' 'What'd I Say'." <br> | ||
| − | Review written by Geoff Nicholls ("Sabian Memphis and Raw Bell Rides and Solid Hi-Hats review", [https://www.musicradar.com/reviews/drums/sabian-memphis-and-raw-bell-rides-and-solid-hi-hats-227754 musicradar.com], November 25, 2009)<br> | + | :Review written by Geoff Nicholls ("Sabian Memphis and Raw Bell Rides and Solid Hi-Hats review", [https://www.musicradar.com/reviews/drums/sabian-memphis-and-raw-bell-rides-and-solid-hi-hats-227754 musicradar.com], November 25, 2009)<br> |
'''Review:''' "Also new to Sabian's AAX line is the 21" Memphis ride. This cymbal has all the right stuff to take you anywhere from a jazz combo gig to a ballroom rock show. It sports a raw surface with a single line of lathing on top and a completely lathed bottom. The stick sound was articulate, never disappearing under the minimal wash the dry cymbal provided. The cymbal gets thinner toward the edge, which allows for easy shoulder crashing. The crash sound was very controlled and didn't overpower the rest of the cymbal. The bell, while seemingly smaller than average, gave off a nice tone that cut at most volume levels. | '''Review:''' "Also new to Sabian's AAX line is the 21" Memphis ride. This cymbal has all the right stuff to take you anywhere from a jazz combo gig to a ballroom rock show. It sports a raw surface with a single line of lathing on top and a completely lathed bottom. The stick sound was articulate, never disappearing under the minimal wash the dry cymbal provided. The cymbal gets thinner toward the edge, which allows for easy shoulder crashing. The crash sound was very controlled and didn't overpower the rest of the cymbal. The bell, while seemingly smaller than average, gave off a nice tone that cut at most volume levels. | ||
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I tried the Memphis ride with both 5A and 5B sticks, which yielded some interesting results. When played with the smaller-tipped 5A, the cymbal worked great for up-tempo swing pat- terns. The wash was warm and apparent but stayed in its place, even when I tried to make it go crazy. I then played some straight-8th-note rock grooves with 5Bs and was surprised by how much attack I could get out of the ride, with mini- mal buildup. Crashing the edge with the 5B rocked as well. It created a nice bed for my kick and snare to lie on, while still giving off plenty of attitude. I was definitely intrigued by this ride cymbal. If you play in situations where the style of music changes from song to song, a versatile ride like this one is a must. List price: $483." | I tried the Memphis ride with both 5A and 5B sticks, which yielded some interesting results. When played with the smaller-tipped 5A, the cymbal worked great for up-tempo swing pat- terns. The wash was warm and apparent but stayed in its place, even when I tried to make it go crazy. I then played some straight-8th-note rock grooves with 5Bs and was surprised by how much attack I could get out of the ride, with mini- mal buildup. Crashing the edge with the 5B rocked as well. It created a nice bed for my kick and snare to lie on, while still giving off plenty of attitude. I was definitely intrigued by this ride cymbal. If you play in situations where the style of music changes from song to song, a versatile ride like this one is a must. List price: $483." | ||
| − | Review written by Anthony Riscica ("Sabian AAX X-Plosion Fast Crashes and Memphis Ride", Modern Drummer, November 2009, p. 34)<br> | + | :Review written by Anthony Riscica ("Sabian AAX X-Plosion Fast Crashes and Memphis Ride", Modern Drummer, November 2009, p. 34)<br> |
'''Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | '''Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | ||
Latest revision as of 02:52, 11 October 2025
Group: Rides
Type: Memphis Ride
Size: 21 Inch
Series: AAX
Weight: 2397g, 2434g, 2452g, 2514g, 2560g, 2564g, 2608g, 2624g, 2626g, 2664g
Median Weight: 2562g (n=10)
Years of production: 20091 - ?
Sound file: AAX 21" Memphis Ride
AAX 21" Memphis Ride
21" AA & AAX Ride Cymbal Comparison
AAX 21" Memphis Ride
AAX 21" Memphis Ride
AAX 21" Memphis Ride
AAX 21" Memphis Ride
AAX 21" Memphis Ride
AAX 21" Memphis Ride
AAX 21" Memphis Ride
AAX 21" Memphis Ride
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Review: "The city of Memphis summons up memories of many legends of American music, from Booker T and Otis Redding to Wilson Pickett, Carl Perkins and Elvis. The implication is the Memphis ride will do you for soul, r'n'b, country and gospel. That's quite a list and thankfully this distinctive cymbal does a grand ole job.
It also falls into the AAX category, but is thinner (medium-thin) than the previous two rides and is consequently deeper in timbre. This is coupled with a smallish bell, which is part lathed and noticeably high-pitched, making a sharp contrast with the dark body of the cymbal. Absolutely made for a Latin-tinged rendition of Ray Charles' 'What'd I Say'."
- Review written by Geoff Nicholls ("Sabian Memphis and Raw Bell Rides and Solid Hi-Hats review", musicradar.com, November 25, 2009)
Review: "Also new to Sabian's AAX line is the 21" Memphis ride. This cymbal has all the right stuff to take you anywhere from a jazz combo gig to a ballroom rock show. It sports a raw surface with a single line of lathing on top and a completely lathed bottom. The stick sound was articulate, never disappearing under the minimal wash the dry cymbal provided. The cymbal gets thinner toward the edge, which allows for easy shoulder crashing. The crash sound was very controlled and didn't overpower the rest of the cymbal. The bell, while seemingly smaller than average, gave off a nice tone that cut at most volume levels.
I tried the Memphis ride with both 5A and 5B sticks, which yielded some interesting results. When played with the smaller-tipped 5A, the cymbal worked great for up-tempo swing pat- terns. The wash was warm and apparent but stayed in its place, even when I tried to make it go crazy. I then played some straight-8th-note rock grooves with 5Bs and was surprised by how much attack I could get out of the ride, with mini- mal buildup. Crashing the edge with the 5B rocked as well. It created a nice bed for my kick and snare to lie on, while still giving off plenty of attitude. I was definitely intrigued by this ride cymbal. If you play in situations where the style of music changes from song to song, a versatile ride like this one is a must. List price: $483."
- Review written by Anthony Riscica ("Sabian AAX X-Plosion Fast Crashes and Memphis Ride", Modern Drummer, November 2009, p. 34)
Artist/song where it can be heard:
Source:
1 Sabian Cymbal and Sound Guide 2009
