The Byzance Jazz China Ride Cymbal has an exotic, trashy sound with a soft feeling. Very controllable and responsive in a wide dynamic range. Well suited for a smooth, sizzling ride or a slow swelling crash. The Byzance Jazz Series from Meinl features authentic jazz cymbals. They are handmade in Turkey, and are B20 bronze alloy cymbals. If you are looking for the super thin buttery feel of true vintage cymbals this is it. The sound is not too loud or too bright but just what you need for a traditional jazz setting.