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SABIAN

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The large raw bell of the Sabian AAX X-Plosion Ride boosts the crashability factor of this balanced ride. Combined with X-Plosion's sustain-enhancing process, this adds up to a cymbal that's equally at home performing light ride or heavy crash duty.
SABIAN AAX X-Plosion Ride Cymbal 21 in.
SABIAN AAX X-Plosion Ride Cymbal 21 in.

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Sizes & Purpose
  • Quantity: 1
  • Type: Ride
  • Sizes (in): Multiple
Construction
  • Material: Cast Alloy
  • Hammering: Machine
  • Lathing: Partial
  • Cymbal Weight: Medium
  • Bell: Large
Other
  • Finish: Brilliant
  • Country of Origin: Canada
  • Added Value: No

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North American Warranty Sabian cymbals are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase on all Sabian series except Solar by Sabian which has a 6 month warranty period If after inspection by Sabian personnel it is determined that the cymbal failed under normal use, a replacement cymbal of the same size and series will be provided free of charge. To obtain warranty service, ship the cymbals prepaid along with a copy of the dated proof of purchase to the following; In the USA. Sabian Inc, 100 Enterprise Drive, Marshfield, MA. 02050 Please call 1-800-81-SABIAN and request an RA # Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing and return shipping. The above pertains to Sabian cymbals purchased in North America. As warranty laws vary from country to country, you will need to check with the dealer where you purchased the cymbal for warranty details in any country outside North America, as the warranty is administered by the Sabian distributor in the respective country. Warranty replacements for cymbals purchased in Canada and the USA can not be shipped outside the USA and Canada.

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4.43

7 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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  1. Responsive Feel3
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  4. Focused Crash2
  5. Full Crash1

Reviewed by 7 customers

  • I would definitly buy this again!

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byJeff

    fromIndiana

    I've played drums for 45 yrs. and this is THE best Ride cymbal I have ever had!! I play everything from metal to classic rock and this cymbal sounds great for all of it!! I will never buy anything different from now on!

  • Great !

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byMark

    fromundisclosed

    Very pleased. Great stick definition, awsome bell and doesn't get out of control with the undertones

  • Just wow.

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byDave from Chan

    fromMuskegon, MI

    Added this 18" to complete a full set of AAX crashes (19" Metal, 16" Stage, and this) and 20" Xplosion ride, along with various effect cymbals, and I could not be happier. It's not as heavy as my metal crash, but is still very loud and cuts with no problem. It's significantly heavier and louder than my stage crash, but can still be played more gently while maintaining an amazing sound. So it found a perfect space for my setup replacing the last B8 remaining in my set. This cymbal is outstanding for literally any type of music.

  • Couldn't be happier.

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byDave from Chan

    fromMuskegon, MI

    I bought the 20" xplosion ride about a month ago, and had to make a conscious decision to hold off on writing a review until I had plenty of hours playing it, just so I wasn't making a snap judgment on it. But now that I have plenty of time with it... Best ride I've owned in 25 years of playing. The first thing I was looking for over my 20" AA medium ride was a more pronounced bell. The bell is big, and cuts like crazy even through the heaviest metal. Despite how heavy the cymbal itself is, it has a very nice ping to it for lighter jazz applications, and can be crashed on. It literally can be anything you want. I can't imagine finding a ride I will like as much as this one. Great job as always, Sabian.

  • Best Cymbal Ever !!

    5

    submitted8 years ago

    byMark33

    fromHouston, Texas

    I played one of these at my local Guitar Center. In my opinion this is the best cymbal in the world. You can play it like a ping ride and it has a perfect sounding bell that will cut through anything. Then you can crash it like a 20" or 21" crash cymbal....Unbelievable fantastic sound, just perfect in every way. I'm in love with the AAX X-Plosion cymbal. Best cymbal ever made!!

  • BEST Crash/ride

    5

    submitted8 years ago

    byTony

    fromWhite Hall, Maryland

    BEST ride I've ever owned. In my opinion, it's far superior to the Sweet Ride (I've owned one for a long time) and gives off the best crash and a beautiful, washy ride, and the bell cuts GREAT.

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