Paiste

• From the Paiste PST8 series
• PST8 cymbals are made from the same legendary B8 bronze that is used in the 2002 series
• Traditional hand hammering and unique Reflector Finish characterise this series

Set comprises:

• 14" Medium hi-hat
• 16" Medium crash
• 20" Medium ride

• Size: 15"
• Signature Series
• Power version
• Loud sound
• Dry and warm stick sound
• Short decay
• Loud and very defined "chick" sound
• Perfect for articulate and precise hi-hat playing

• 8"
• Delivery: 1 Pieces

• Suitable for applications in all volume spectra and musical styles
• Musical and expressive sound
• Very sensitive response but clear and powerful sound properties
• Exclusively made by hand

Paiste Traditionals

Paiste undertook a remarkable historical research project to make possible these accurate reproductions of the "lost" cymbal sounds of the 40s, 50s, and 60s, the golden era of blues, jazz, be-bop, and the big band.

In loving detail, via research and consultation with historically experienced drummers, the new "Traditional" Line was created, making the full history of sounds from some of the most diverse cymbals (ride, hi-hat, splash, swish), once again available today! From sizzling big-band swing to the smoky intensity of bop and blues.

Unlike the delicate classics of that era, the "Traditional" cymbals offer a unique breadth of sound spectrum, versatility of expression, and the excellent durability of Paiste's patented sound alloy: the state-of-the-art bronze compound from which they are produced. These new instruments will impress collectors, music connoisseurs, and lovers of traditional cymbal sounds.

The Light Ride of the Traditional Line is low in pitch, offering a buttery-soft playing feel. The ping has a woody, softly sparkling quality that merges with a complex, dark and somehow smoky sound. It opens up nicely when playing with the shoulder of the stick, dieing quickly away again, giving room to each stick attack. A short decay time returns control back to the player after some hard playing. The overall impression of the sound is akin to a dark cloud that gently ensnares the listener.

• Like a soft and ensnaring sound cloud
• Butter-soft playing feel

• Size: 22"
• Signature line
• Medium loud, bright, full, round ride cymbal
• Beautiful free response and silvery clarity underpinned by round, warm fundamental tone
• Extremely musical, all-purpose ride with big tone and immense range

• Modern Essentials Series
• Regular model
• CuSn20 bronze alloy
• Fast responding and dark warm sounding splash cymbal for lively accents in moderate volume
• The completely handmade Cymbals of the Formula 602 Modern Essentials series were developed in collaboration with drummer Vinnie Colaiuta
• Suitable for many music styles

• Size: 22"
• 900 Colour Sound series
• Made of B8 (2002) bronze
• Full sound with a strong, warm tone
• Defined ping sound
• Universally applicable Ride for a variety of music styles
• Colour: Black

• Head covered with felt and fur
• Head diameter: 10.5 cm
• For Symphonic 32" - 36" gongs
• Aluminum handle with vinyl grip
• Diameter: 1.9 cm
• Handle length: 35 cm
• Total length: approx. 45 cm
• Weight: approx. 500g

• Size: 18"
• From the new series PST5
• Material: CuSn8 Bronze (Also known as 2002 Bronze)
• Slightly thicker crash cymbal
• Brighter, clearer and musically powerful sound

• Size: 14"
• PST7 series
• Traditional sound and look
• Material: Bronze CuSn8
• Dynamic hi-hat for any style and with an always well defined "chick" sound
• Made in Switzerland

• Size: 20"
• Dark Crisp Ride Twenty Master Collection Series
• Dark, crisp, warm, full-bodied, open fundamental sound
• Extremely wide sound spectrum
• Extremely pleasant response
• Fast stick response

• Head covered with felt and fur
• Head diameter: 12 cm
• For Symphonic 38" - 50" gongs
• Aluminum handle with vinyl grip
• Diameter: 2.1 cm
• Handle length: 33 cm
• Total length: approx. 43 cm

• Size: 18"
• Alpha concert / marching cymbals
• Weight (pair): approx. 3.4 kg
• Incl. pads and straps
• Contents of delivey: 1 pair

• Modern Essentials Series
• Regular finish
• CuSn20 bronze alloy
• Dynamic and lively ride with full, rich and warm sound
• The completely handmade Formula 602 Modern Essentials series cymbals were developed in collaboration with drummer Vinnie Colaiuta
• Suitable for many music styles

On the way to the optimum cymbal sound for the Signature Series a special Paiste sound alloy from patented bronze was developed. The results are instruments that have gained increasing recognition since their introduction in 1989 and have since proven themselves in both studio and live performances. The sound has a high expressiveness and can be described as being delicate, transparent, musical, emotional as well as colourful.

The Signature Line's Dark Crisp hi-hat is a cymbal with a very thick bottom and a thin upper, making it an enspecially versatile hi-hat. A warm, accented stick sound merges with a pretty, dark and crispy chick sound.

• Suitable for all volume spectra and music styles
• A full, slightly dirty and highly expressive sound

• Rude series
• Size: 12"
• Effect cymbal for fast ride patterns or penetrating bell sounds
• Unique sound in your cymbal collection

• Size: 16"
• Warmer, more sophisticated
• Full-bodied crash sound
• Fast response with clear, fast sustain
• Ideal for drummers who play in the lower volume range

• PST8 Series
• Radiant, piercing and full-bodied ride sound
• Clean, defined overall sound over glassy, constantly controllable stick attack
• Powerful, solid cymbal bell
• Perfect for powerful drumming at higher volume
• PST8 are manufactured with the same legendary B8 bronze that is also used in the 2002 series
• Traditional hand hammering and the unique Reflector Finish characterise this series

• Size: 17"
• 2002 Classic series
• Medium bright, full, brilliant hihat
• Extreme accomodating sound
• Energetic when hihat opened
• Sharp, full 'chick' sound
• The original patented corrugated hihat, the 2002 classic