Sabian Paragon Series 22" Ride
Group: Rides
Type: Ride
Size: 22 Inch
Series: Paragon
Weight: 3473g, 3538g, 3661g, 3722g, 3752g, 3791g, 3803g, 3808g, 3820g (2023 Serial Number), 3826g, 3840g, 3846g, 3860g, 3870g (Steampunk version), 3881g, 3906g, 3934g, 3935g, 3975g, 3995g, 4000g. 4012g, 4050g, 4052g
Median Weight: 3853g (n=24)
Years of production: 2004 - Present
Sound file: Paragon 22" Ride
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"Steampunk" Paragon 22" Ride
Sabian's Description: <<< - >>>
Review: "According to Sabian, they began development of the Paragon line with the ride cymbal - and that development went through quite a few steps. Sabian's promotional literature quotes Neil as saying, "At first Mark Love had [the cymbal's] bow lathed, and left the bell raw. Interesting, but a bit 'clangy'. So he had it given the hand-hammering treatment. Better, but still lacking in nuance. Next we tried a combination of lathing and hand hammering on the bell, and presto. That was what I wanted: a sharp, musical sound with a range of complex overtones."
I have to agree with Neil's assessment. The 22" ride offers a versatile tone that allows for excellent stick articulation, with minimal unwanted overtones. Given the cymbal's size and extra-heavy weight (over 8 lbs.), I was surprised at how direct the response was when i really layed into it. The overall sound is defined, clean, and not too heavy. The bell is bright and full-bodied, due to its Hand Hammered design. This ride's warm yet cutting tone could allow it to be used in many different musical siuations."
Review written by Mike Haid ("Product Close-Up - Sabian Paragon Cymbals - Tailored For The Tastes of Neil Peart", Modern Drummer, June 2004, p. 27)
Review: Mine was one of the Limited Edition Steampunk ones, #213 of 300, made in 2014. Weighing a hefty 3870 grams, this one had ping for days! The pitch is very nice, and both the definition and the bell sound are loud and penetrating. There's lots of hammer marks on the bell. Overtones are not predominant. If you like to crash your rides, you'll need to look further than this one. When crashed, there's just too much of a wall of sound, with a gong-like overtone mixed in to be satisfactory. The design of these Steampunks is very interesting and they look great under lights.
When offered, these Steampunk rides came with:
- Limited Edition cymbal bag
- Certificate of Authenticity
- Serial Number stamped into cymbal (1-300)
As well as an offer to receive a signed Letter of Authenticity from Neil Peart.
Pictures of the Steampunk version are on the right side of this page.
Review written by Bluejacketsfan
Artist/song where it can be heard: Neil Peart
