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'''Group:''' [[Zildjian Types and Models#Ride|Rides]]<br> | '''Group:''' [[Zildjian Types and Models#Ride|Rides]]<br> | ||
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'''Weight:''' 3808g<br> | '''Weight:''' 3808g<br> | ||
'''Years of production:''' 2009 - 2013<br> | '''Years of production:''' 2009 - 2013<br> | ||
| − | '''Sound file:''' <br> | + | '''Sound file:''' [https://youtu.be/IOfVjycZ1o8?si=JWa-L56hXIc2ZxXz Z3 22" Medium Heavy Ride]<br> |
| + | [https://youtu.be/GPgWVgx2sus?si=qdRZYelgmqt_sXxv Z3 22" Medium Heavy Ride]<br> | ||
| + | [https://youtu.be/PYvrR2Jq4nE?si=MigzihnJdthuN2Is Z3 22" Medium Heavy Ride]<br> | ||
| + | [https://youtu.be/6Duolibeico?si=_AB7tynW1TcV9FuU Z3 22" Medium Heavy Ride]<br> | ||
| + | [https://youtu.be/Qrs5uNU_OgY?si=t27y61ubwfW_jGRn Z3 22" Medium Heavy Ride]<br> | ||
'''Zildjian's Description:''' [[Zildjian Rock Ride#Z3|<<< - >>>]]<br> | '''Zildjian's Description:''' [[Zildjian Rock Ride#Z3|<<< - >>>]]<br> | ||
| − | '''Review:''' | + | '''Review:''' "The 22″ Medium Heavy ride is thick and heavy, and produces a round, wet, shimmering rock ping. There are some subtle, harsh overtones, but they are very slight and won’t be audible in any rock situations. Pleasant overtones are also here, in a cushion of modest wash. |
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| + | The bell is short and crisp and good. This is a winner for rock drummers. By contrast, the 22″ Rock ride is much higher pitched, has a bit more wash, and has a bell with more braggadocio and spread. It’s a case of tomato/tomahto, but personally I like the more masculine, less frantic voice of the 22″ Medium Heavy ride." <br> | ||
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| + | :Review written by John Nyman ("Zildjian Z3 Cymbals Reviewed!", Drum! Magazine [https://drummagazine.com/zildjian-z3-cymbals-reviewed/ Link]) <br> | ||
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| + | '''Review:''' "Each Z3 ride was very loud, with clear stick definition, a bright "ping," and an articulate bell. The 20" medium-heavy rides had a defined sound and firm feel but were more musical than the rock models ($453). The 22" medium-heavy and rock rides ($541) are definitely for very heavy hitters. These hefty cymbals offered high- end bite, a pronounced "ping," and a penetrating bell sound, which could fit perfectly with your playing style if your biggest concern is being heard over your band. They had less- forgiving overtones than the 20" models yet remained more flexible than regular Z Custom rides. For true metal maniacs, there's an extra- heavy 21" Mega-Bell ride, which was downright massive sounding ($496). | ||
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| + | Rounding out the ride lineup is the medium- heavy 19" Thrash ride ($427). It worked great as a crash/ride, as it had a little venom in its attack. When used as a ride, it offered a very open and raw sound with a lighter feel. This model has a unique hammering pattern that projects in a straight line from the bell. Zildjian claims this helps to accentuate the up-front attack. To my ears, the cymbal had the right amount of attitude without being noisome." | ||
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| + | :Review written by David Ciauro ("Zildjian Z3 Series Cymbals", Modern Drummer, August 2009, pp. 37-38)<br> | ||
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''' Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | ''' Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | ||
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Latest revision as of 01:23, 13 December 2025
Group: Rides
Type: Medium Heavy Ride
Size: 22 Inch
Series: Z3
Weight: 3808g
Years of production: 2009 - 2013
Sound file: Z3 22" Medium Heavy Ride
Z3 22" Medium Heavy Ride
Z3 22" Medium Heavy Ride
Z3 22" Medium Heavy Ride
Z3 22" Medium Heavy Ride
Zildjian's Description: <<< - >>>
Review: "The 22″ Medium Heavy ride is thick and heavy, and produces a round, wet, shimmering rock ping. There are some subtle, harsh overtones, but they are very slight and won’t be audible in any rock situations. Pleasant overtones are also here, in a cushion of modest wash.
The bell is short and crisp and good. This is a winner for rock drummers. By contrast, the 22″ Rock ride is much higher pitched, has a bit more wash, and has a bell with more braggadocio and spread. It’s a case of tomato/tomahto, but personally I like the more masculine, less frantic voice of the 22″ Medium Heavy ride."
- Review written by John Nyman ("Zildjian Z3 Cymbals Reviewed!", Drum! Magazine Link)
Review: "Each Z3 ride was very loud, with clear stick definition, a bright "ping," and an articulate bell. The 20" medium-heavy rides had a defined sound and firm feel but were more musical than the rock models ($453). The 22" medium-heavy and rock rides ($541) are definitely for very heavy hitters. These hefty cymbals offered high- end bite, a pronounced "ping," and a penetrating bell sound, which could fit perfectly with your playing style if your biggest concern is being heard over your band. They had less- forgiving overtones than the 20" models yet remained more flexible than regular Z Custom rides. For true metal maniacs, there's an extra- heavy 21" Mega-Bell ride, which was downright massive sounding ($496).
Rounding out the ride lineup is the medium- heavy 19" Thrash ride ($427). It worked great as a crash/ride, as it had a little venom in its attack. When used as a ride, it offered a very open and raw sound with a lighter feel. This model has a unique hammering pattern that projects in a straight line from the bell. Zildjian claims this helps to accentuate the up-front attack. To my ears, the cymbal had the right amount of attitude without being noisome."
- Review written by David Ciauro ("Zildjian Z3 Series Cymbals", Modern Drummer, August 2009, pp. 37-38)
Artist/song where it can be heard:
