Paiste 2002 Series 24 Inch Ride Cymbal

Background: During the 1960's developing Beat and Rock music required cymbal sound to match the new frequencies and volume levels and in 1967 the Giant Beat series was created. The 2002 Series was developed in 1971 fusing the power of the Giant Beat with the differentiation of the Jazz series Formula 602. In 2005, Paiste once again makes the 2002 a core series for the future, as the best and most innovative Dimensions models are incorporated into the newly expanded 2002, adding current trend cymbal sound to this venerable line.

Innovation: First cymbal series fully developed for electronically amplified music.

Alloy: CuSn8 Bronze, also known as "2002 Bronze"

Quality: Professional

Production: Manual Craftsmanship - Hand Hammering, Hand Lathing.

Applications: Medium to very loud settings - Live and Recording - Country, R&B, Rock, Jazz-Rock, Progressive, Metal, Grunge, and modern hybrids rooted in those styles

Users: Working Musicians, Enthusiasts - All players who need energy and drive and want their cymbals to cut through the music in all settings.

Sound: Bright, warm, brilliant, musical, precise with high energy levels and powerful projection characteristics

Looks: A wide variety of surface textures with even, balanced hammering and lathing patterns - Prominent, 2nd generation 2002 red silk screening.

Recognition: Used by countless top players world-wide over three decades to create a significant portion of our modern music heritage.

Specifications:

• Weight: medium heavy
• Volume: medium to loud
• Stick Sound: balanced
• Intensity: lively
• Sustain: medium
• Bell Character: clear, integrated
• Sound Character: Warm, full, lively, brilliant. Wide range, clean mix. Even, balanced feel. Clear defined ping over full, clear wash. Versatile general purpose ride. Extremely classic rock ride sound.

Note: This item is non-returnable if opened.

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