Masters started out as an assemblage of twelve rides - exquisite and laboriously hand-manufactured cymbals made of CuSn20 bronze to achieve superior sound ideals in various musical genres. In 2014, three crashes and two hats join the series to expand the unique Masters sound atmosphere to additional cymbal types. Masters integrate the experience of the decades long art of cymbal making with the inspirations of international top drummers.

Paiste 22" Masters Dark Ride

Sound Character: Dark, warm, smoky, breathy. Fairly wide range, complex mix. Soft feel with a quick response. Very well crashable. Controllable, peppery stick sound over a dark layered oriental, smoky wash. A ride cymbal that can easily be used in a small jazz club setting and flourish in other styles such as blues or country music.

Features:

• Size: 22"
• Weight: Light
• Volume: Soft
• Sound color: Dark
• Frequency range: Wide
• Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
• Stick Sound: Washy
• Response Intensity: Lively
• Sustain: Medium
• Bell character: Integrated
• Feel: Soft