I knew the time would come when I had to replace the 22" ride that I got with my SS kit. This old 22" Zildjian weighs in at 7 lbs. on the luggage weigher.

I have never really been happy with the overall sound. I have trouble explaining the sound but it does not have a crisp defined sound. I would describe it as "ringy" You know more "ring" than "ping". The bell, forget about it. I might as well be hitting a piece of wood. When I lay it on a flat table, I have a lot of gaps around it. It doesn't lay completely flat looks distorted.

So now I'm in the market for a new ride. Not sure if I want a 22" or 24". I mainly play classic rock and Blues.

I'm longing for a cymbal that sounds similar to Bonham or Mitch Mitchell's 22 and 24" ride. What brand did Mitchell use?

Do you guys mix your cymbal brands or stay loyal to one?

I do value your suggestions.