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Sabian B8 20-inch Ride Cymbal

Crisp stick definition, cutting bell, and bright tonal response blend to create a smooth, versatile ride.

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Sabian B8 20-in Ride Customer Review submitted November 5, 2005

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Musical Background: hobby
Music Style: metal/ rock
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Sound: I've been drumming for about a year and a half. I bought this cymbal about 2-3 months ago and im stil very impressed with it. it's been good for pretty much everything i've used it for. Value: this is a great value. I'm not exactly a guy with a lot of money, but I definetly owuld suggest it to any begginer or somebody who can't afford an expensive ride, i think this is probably the best quality you will get for this price. Overall: Now I'm not even thinking about getting a new ride. I have other things that im looking forward to. It is holding up good and i plan on keeping it for now.
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"Sabian 20inch B8 Ride Cymbal Review" submitted June 30, 2009

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Musical Background: Active Musician
Music Style: Jazz, Funk, Afro-Cuban and Brazilian. Also, Breakbeat and Pop/Rock. Most styles.
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Sound: It is a fairly heavy ride. Virtually no wash at all; I would never use it for jazz, or any other music on the softer side. Very clear stick definition, does exactly what you want it to. Can go from soft to loud and back down very quickly. Very, very good sound for the price. Feature: Didn't come with anything but the actual cymbals. It would have gotten 10 for this if it had come with spare felts and cymbal sleeves... Ease of Use: Its no 'easier' to use than any other cymbal. It is quite easy to control though, and does not have a complex sound. A beginner can get a great sound out of it. Quality: Very strong, has a natural finish. From talking to other people, I've heard this finish can corrode fairly easily if the cymbal gets wet. Sabian have great factory testing for quality, so I have no worries there. Value: Very good value; one of the cheapest rides on the market, and sounds comparable to many more expensive heavy rides, such as Zildjian Z Rides. Manufacturer Support: Sabian has already given me great support. The Wow Factor: Based on the range of cymbals available, I wouldnt say it has 'sex appeal'. With Zildjian K and A customs, and Ks and As, and Sabian HHX and HH out there, I think this 'sex appeal' would be reserved for those. However, if I had to choose between it and say, a Zildian ZBT Ride, I would definately go with the B8. Overall: I used it for about 4 years before I replaced it. The replacement was due more to the change in my playing; I moved into jazz and world music. I bought it in a B8 Peformance Pack, with 14 hats, 16 and 18 crashes and this ride; along with the 18 crash, it was my favourite cymbal of the lot. For a beginner, or for someone short of cash to buy an expensive, upmarket cymbal, the B8 20inch Ride is the best on the market.
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"Most annoying bell sound i've ever heard" submitted March 6, 2005

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Sound: The ride sound os O.K. Playing the bell makes me want to puke. It is THE MOST ANNOYING BELL EVER MADE be warned. Check out sabian s website for a sound clip - it's all there. Quality: The cymbal is made well, but its still a toy. Value: The best for the money, period, but be ready to sacrifice when you hear that awful sound. Manufacturer Support: Sabian is still good
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