If a dry cymbal to you means one that is ALL stick and virtually NO wash- this is it. Un-lathed raw and precise, there is no hiding anything with this cymbal. It is Honest and direct and always tells the truth without messing around. 2 years warranty against defect in material or workmanship. Defective product must be returned to Dream for replacement. Total articulation . Zero wash . Huge bell . Unlathed and double fired . Medium taper, gradual bridge