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This Paiste Danny Carey Monad 22" Dry Heavy Ride Cymbal is now available with us at Graham Russell Drums.

The 22" Signature Heavy Ride is Danny Carey’s signature model, crafted to match the demands of his complex, dynamic playing style. Designed in collaboration with Paiste, this ride cymbal offers a precise, articulate sound with a bold, bright character and wide frequency range. The stick response is distinctly pingy, cutting clearly through with a clean, metallic tone that remains present even in dense musical textures.

Its heavy weight gives it a solid feel under the stick, delivering a dry, focused response and medium sustain—ideal for fast, intricate patterns. The wash is deep and controlled, adding subtle complexity without clouding the articulation. One of the cymbal’s most defining features is its strong, musical bell: clear, separated, and capable of standing out in any mix without sounding harsh or overpowering.

Balancing power with musicality, this ride suits players who need both definition and depth at louder dynamic levels. Whether used in progressive rock, fusion, or heavier genres, it maintains clarity and precision under pressure. As Danny Carey describes it, the sound is “beautiful and harmonic”—a fitting reflection of a cymbal built for expressive, high-level performance.

Buy this Paiste Danny Carey Monad 22" Dry Heavy Ride Cymbal from Graham Russell Drums and receive on our next day delivery service when you order before 2pm.