This ride cymbal 20" is very complex in its sounds. The bell is unbelievably good played at any volume. The middle of this cymbal has a lot of different nuances. Closer to the bell has a little more bite little less decay. Dead middle can produce a nice wash with medium decay. Bottom four inches to the edge and this cymbal washes very well nice blend and nice crash capability. The edge is turned up slightly and I believe that gives it a unique sound the crashing. This cymbal has serious power in it and yet if played with finesse can blend in very well with most music.