A SHORT OVERVIEW:
The first ride cymbal in our review is Zildjian K Constantinople 22” Ride cymbal. Among the plethora of reasons why you should consider it, we will only name a few.
First of all, Zildjian K Constantinople 22” Ride cymbal is the pinnacle of Zildjian’s craftsmanship. This brand is one of the leaders in the drum gear piece industry, and the fact that this is one of their best ride cymbals means something.
Secondly, Zildjian K Constantinople 22” Ride cymbal is a professional-level ride cymbal. Needless to say, this will dissuade the beginners and drummers who’re on a budget, but, if you’re ever in a financial position to afford spending a couple of hundred dollars, don’t think twice.
Furthermore, this ride cymbal boasts superior performance and versatility. Simply put, it can fit any drum setup with great ease. This is provided by a set of outstanding features, including the cluster hammering, medium weight, and the thin texture.
Lastly, Zildjian K Constantinople 22” Renaissance Ride cymbal excels in aesthetics. It’s simply one of the most beautiful ride cymbals out there.
The only downfall is that this ride cymbal costs quite a lot, but this is easily compensated for by the manifold of exceptional features.
BUILD QUALITY AND DESIGN:
Zildjian K Constantinople 22” Ride cymbal is also extremely durable. This ride cymbal was specifically designed for all jazz drummers by Zildjian’s artisan Adam Nussbuam. It’s perfect for smaller and medium-size drum setups, but virtually any kind of musical setting will accommodate it easily, mainly due to the high level of versatility it provides.
Apart from that, the medium-thin texture of Zildjian K Constantinople 22” Renaissance Ride cymbal provides an outstanding sound output and acoustic resonance. All in all, this is the ultimate ride cymbal, if you can afford it.