Saluda SSX 20" Rock Ride Review

History: 20 year drummer and have played a variety of music with rock being my forte

Purchase: Bought this cymbal in an ebay bid or $45.

Pros: Obviuosly when looking at cymbals a low price is nice, but too often a low price does not equate to any real quality. Not so with this Saluda. While the SSX series is not the high end series, this is a remarkable cymbal or the price. Has a great sound and cuts through very nice. Not too washy, which is the bane o most cheap cymbals



Cons: The bell is too small. It is unctional, but i you are one to ride the bell, then you might ind it a little small

SSX 20" Rock Ride Quality: All Saluda's I understand are actually hand made. I think this is relected in the cymbal. It has great appearance and is really a beautiful cymbal. I have seen other reviews that discuss the logo being of a fairly cheap appearance... I agree somewhat. It is not real cheap, but could be better to help the sale of this cymbal.

Saluda Summary: I really have fallen in love with these Saluda's (this is my 3rd purchase). They make a quality product and as a long time drummer I like to think I know what I am talking about and I do know what I like. This reminds me of the mid eighties when I bought a complete set of Meinls -who were not well known. I bought the mienls cheap they were incredible, especially recorded - the Saluda's are like that cheap BUT really worth every penny. Get them NOW as they price will go up due to great quality....I recommend these highly.

Rating of this product: 4

This Saluda Drums Percussion Review Submitted By: JamieB

Date: 2005-09-24

Usefulness Rating: 5 out of 5. 3 reader(s) voted.