Zildjian A20518 20" A Custom Ride – Brilliant
Bright, Clean and Full of Colour – the Modern A Custom Ride
The Zildjian A20518 20" A Custom Ride is one of the most popular ride cymbals in the A Custom series, offering clean stick definition paired with colourful, warm undertones. Its Brilliant finish enhances visual appeal while adding extra shimmer and brightness to the cymbal’s tonal response. This ride is crafted using Zildjian’s signature rotary-hammering and lathing techniques to deliver the smooth, glassy A Custom character sought after in both studio and live environments.
Articulate Ride Patterns with Balanced Wash
Designed for versatility, the medium-thin weight allows the cymbal to open up with a controlled wash when needed while still delivering clear, articulate ride patterns. The bell produces a bright, cutting tone that works well across multiple styles – from jazz to rock, pop, latin and more. The tonal grooves and lower profile of the A Custom line make the ride particularly smooth and refined, ideal for drummers who require both definition and warmth.
Key Features
- Bright ride tone with clean, colourful stick definition
- Medium-thin weight provides balanced wash without losing clarity
- Warm undertones for musical, expressive ride patterns
- Clear, cutting bell sound perfect for accents
- Brilliant finish for enhanced brightness and striking stage appearance
Who Is This For?
- Drummers looking for a bright, modern ride with smooth definition
- Studio musicians needing a clean ride sound with subtle wash
- Rock, pop, jazz, fusion, latin and worship drummers
- Players wanting an articulate bell and warm undertones
- Anyone building an A Custom-based cymbal setup
Specifications
- Product Type: Ride Cymbal
- Size: 20" / 50.8 cm
- Series: A Custom
- Material: B20 Cast Bronze (Zildjian alloy)
- Weight: Medium-Thin
- Finish: Brilliant
- Profile: Lower profile for smoother response
- Pitch: Bright with warm undertones
- Bell: Clear, articulate, cutting bell tone
- Sound: Colourful stick definition, controlled wash
- Net Weight: Approx. 2.1-2.4 kg
- Pack-weight: Approx. 2.6-3.0 kg
