The cymbals which Ralf Gustke uses in this video are: 14" China, 8" Low Bell, 18" Powerful Crash, 14" Medium Hihat, 8" China Splash, 8" High Bell, 17" Medium Crash, 10" Splash, 20" Medium Ride, 16" Medium Crash, 10" Mini Hat and 18" China.

Every drummer knows that good music and good cymbals go hand in hand. So it only makes sense to invest in quality cymbals that deliver the best possible sounds for your style of play.

Meinl is one of the best known names in the cymbal-making business, and their cymbals are a solid pick for beginners and semi-professionals who want an affordable, well-made core of cymbals to work with.

Part of the Meinl Classics Collection, the versatile Medium Ride has an extremely balanced feel with a full, warm sound, moderate sustain and a defined, clear ping over an even shimmering wash. It’s crowned with medium bell that offers up bright, crisp notes for sharp accenting.

What makes Meinl Classics cymbals look and sound so good? They are skillfully crafted in Germany from a premium B8 bronze alloy using a high-tech computerized process that exerts exacting control over the sound quality of each cymbal. Even the hammering and lathing are precisely controlled to ensure the sound personality and polished look remain consistent from one cymbal model to the next.

Medium Ride cymbals won’t hide behind a wall of accompanying music either. They are meant to be heard with an explosive attack with plenty of volume that projects well in lots of different musical settings. Classics Series cymbals are made to complement most of the other Meinl cymbals in your kit, so it’s easy to add just the ones you need.