Turkish Cymbals Raw Dark Ride – Extremely Dry, Aggressive and Defined

The Raw Dark series by Turkish Cymbals was developed for drummers seeking a powerful, dark and extremely dry sound – without compromise. Like the Prestige-TR series, Raw Dark cymbals have a special black finish – not lacquer, but a chemical treatment of the B20 bronze itself. The defining feature is the oversized bell: larger, more dominant, with a penetrating bell tone that commands space in any stage mix. The fully raw, unlathed black surface eliminates unwanted overtones and produces an aggressive, focused sound with intense stick response, short decay and controlled dynamics.

Sound Character: Extremely Dry, Precise and Cutting

The Raw Dark Ride in 20” is a ride cymbal of extremes. The sound is extremely dry and defined – no shimmer, no expansive wash, just a direct, bone-hard stick sound with precise definition. The heavy, unlathed black surface produces an intense stick response that returns every stroke with precision. The oversized bell is the centrepiece: powerful, assertive, with a penetrating bell tone that remains audible in the loudest stage mix. The short decay prevents sonic overlap – ideal for fast, complex patterns in aggressive setups.

Applications: Metal, Grunge, Progressive Rock and Rock

In Metal it delivers precise rhythmic work with a dry, defined sound without sonic distraction. In Grunge the raw, black aesthetic is right at home – authentic, direct, without high-gloss polish. In Progressive Rock the controlled decay enables complex ride patterns with high clarity. In Rock the oversized bell projects with maximum force and assertiveness.

Craftsmanship from Istanbul – At the Best Price

Every Raw Dark cymbal is crafted in the workshops of Turkish Cymbals in Istanbul from the secret B20 bronze alloy – 80% copper, 20% tin – hand-cast, heated and intensively hammered by experienced master craftsmen. The subsequent black treatment process – not lacquer, but a chemical reaction with the bronze itself – and the deliberate absence of lathing create the unmistakable look and aggressive sound of this series. We at Cymballand are proud, as the official partner of Turkish Cymbals, to bring this series directly to you – without intermediaries, at the best price.