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The Zildjian 24" K Series Light Ride cymbal is designed to generate wide variations of sound. Thin and responsive, it has a smoky tone with rich overtones, perfect for jazz trios, rock, or any genre where subtlety and articulation are key. Zildjian's K Series cymbals are renowned for their complex, shimmering sound. This model's medium-thin weight and small bell provide stick definition with a wash of sustain. Add expressive color to your drumming with the Zildjian 24" K Series Light Ride.

Responsive yet Controlled Sound

The Zildjian 24" K Series Light Ride cymbal offers a responsive, nuanced tone thanks to its medium-thin, hand-hammered bronze construction. The small bell focuses the cymbal's sound while providing clear stick articulation. Drummers can coax a wide range of sounds from soft, breathy washes to louder crashes. The Light Ride cuts through amplified music but remains balanced and controlled.

Versatile for Any Style

Equally at home in jazz, rock, funk, or pop settings, the Zildjian 24" K Series Light Ride provides subtlety and shimmer for any genre. Its expressive, articulate voice allows drummers to punctuate phrases or provide rhythmic motion. The Light Ride's controlled spread and balanced tone mesh well with other cymbals in any combination.

Legendary K Series Sound

The Zildjian 24" K Series Light Ride continues the company's legacy of handcrafted cymbals made with a secret bronze alloy formula. The K Series produces a complex, shimmering tone sought after by legendary drummers like Art Blakey, Elvin Jones, and Joey Kramer. The K Light Ride delivers the essence of this iconic sound in a versatile, responsive design.

Zildjian K Light Ride Cymbal 24 in.
Zildjian K Light Ride Cymbal 24 in.
Zildjian K Light Ride Cymbal 24 in.

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  • 24" ride cymbal
  • Weight: thin
  • Traditional finish

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Avedis Zildjian Company Warranty Statement

As of October 1, 2009, all Zildjian Cymbals are guaranteed against manufacturer's defects for two (2) years from the date of original purchase.
For warranty claims outside the U.S., contact your local Zildjian distributor. Click here for the international distributor locator.
Warranty Process
Cymbals that show factory defects within two years of their original purchase are eligible for examination at our factory. Zildjian experts will evaluate the damage and issue a replacement cymbal, unless it appears the damage is related to improper use or care.

If you believe your cymbal has a factory defect:
1. Contact Zildjian to obtain a Return Authorization number (RA#), via telephone: 781-871-2200.
2. Indicate the location of the damage on the cymbal with a piece of tape.
3. Make a photocopy of your original numbered and dated sales receipt.
4. Carefully package your cymbal. Include your RA# and the photocopy of your sales receipt in the box.
5. Ship the package to:
Avedis Zildjian Company
RA#
22 Longwater Drive
Norwell, MA 02061

A Cymbal will not be replaced if:
1. It has been misplayed, dropped, played with excessive force or treated abusively.
2. The center hole is worn due to improper stand set-up or abusive play.
3. The cymbal was bought second-hand or used in a lease program.
4. The cymbal has previously been replaced by Zildjian.
5. More than two years have passed since the cymbal was purchased.

Warranty Notes:
• Cost of shipping a damaged cymbal to Zildjian is the customers responsibility.
• Factory evaluations take approximately 4 - 6 weeks.
• Cymbals that do not meet the warranty guidelines will be returned to customer.
• Cost of shipping a replacement or damaged cymbal back to the customer will be covered by Zildjian.

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Reviewed by 7 customers

  • I will definitely buy this product again!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byIsaiah

    fromWest Covina

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I don't have anything bad to say about this but it's such an amazing ride/brand and I would definitely recommend this to my friends and family.

  • Just the cymbal I was looking for

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byMike

    fromAtlanta,GA

    I tried the K Constantinople light ride and found it too low. Beautiful, but too low for my immediate needs. The K light ride seemed like the next best choice to gain some brightness and it was spot on. Guitar Center had the best price and shipped it in two days. I'm very happy with my new Ride.

  • A beautiful cymbal

    5

    submitted12 years ago

    byBenjamin Fischer

    fromSan Francisco, CA

    This cymbal is extremely high quality. It's got quite a unique, vintage, washy sound which can take some getting used to, but it definitely adds a subtle vibe to the mix. I play psychedelic rock and this thing sounds gorgeous with heavy, powerful sections, or light jazzy rhythms. If you're looking for a dark, relatively washy cymbal with long sustain, go for it! I found that it complements my Zildjian Sweet Ride very well. As a side-note, be aware that the cymbal will have some brown marks of oxidation (rust), but this is a natural part of the manufacturing process and they actually try to preserve as many of these as possible - it adds to the unique sound of your cymbal. I actually returned this cymbal before calling zildjian and finding out this was the case.

  • Outstanding!

    5

    submitted15 years ago

    byCG

    fromBig Sky Country

    Save your pennies and get this cymbal. I generally prefer dry rides, but the wash on this thin 24 is so sweet...with nylon tips it cuts thru nicely and with wood tips it's totally organic and smooth. A masterpiece of a cymbal.

  • 24" K Zildjian Light Ride

    5

    submitted16 years ago

    byRob L.

    fromFairfield, Ct.

    Beautiful cymbal. One of Zildjian's best in recent years. This cymbal has a "woody" stick attack with lots of smokey wash underneath. The bell is clear and cuts through anything. You can watch the edges wobble as the cymbal works it's magic, and could play anything from Coltrane to Dave Matthews on it. A top level cymbal, it's worth the price. Once you get an instrument of this quality, you'll never settle for anything less.

  • Zildjian 24" K Light Ride

    5

    submitted17 years ago

    byGdeL

    fromLong Island, New York

    This ride is incredible. Its just the right amount of wash, and it has a singing bell. it is also very dynamic. You can play light jazz on it, and switch right to a harder rock song where you may need to crash on it. its crash is as loud as my 19" Z custom Thrash Ride. Overall, this cymbal is amazing, and worth every penny you spent on it. It can be used for anything. BUY IT.

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