[AvengedDrummer]

They have sound files for all the cymbals on the site. From the page that I linked to you can hear pretty much all of them.

[Davenhurst]

Originally Posted by AvengedDrummer

They have sound files for all the cymbals on the site. From the page that I linked to you can hear pretty much all of them.

I'd just started listening as I read you post.... weird.

I'm really liking the sound of the new signature dark energy crashes so far, and the traditional thin crash is a beauty! Now to listen to more.

Edit: have changed the thread title as this is becoming very much a Paiste discussion.

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[greyno3]

I have a Sinature 18" full crash that's pretty heavy. I like the Signature Fast Crash line. The Power Crashes are thick and you need 2b sticks to hammer on em. I also have Signature 14" Sound Edge & 14" Dark Crisp hi-hats. 21" Dry Heavy Ride.

Here's a list of UK dealers.

http://www.paiste.com/dealersdistrib...p?menucntry=UK

[Davenhurst]

Originally Posted by greyno3

I have a Sinature 18" full crash that's pretty heavy. I like the Signature Fast Crash line. The Power Crashes are thick and you need 2b sticks to hammer on em. I also have Signature 14" Sound Edge & 14" Dark Crisp hi-hats. 21" Dry Heavy Ride.

Here's a list of UK dealers.

http://www.paiste.com/dealersdistrib...p?menucntry=UK

That's great, thanks. I didn't realise there was a dealer in Gloucester, that's pretty close to me. I think a day trip is on the cards.

I think the signature dark energy crashes sound beautiful! Probably my favourite so far, just from the sound files I've heard. Seriously considering an impulse buy....

[skinslapper]

I have been playing Paiste since I started. That is after my first set of Stage hi-hats which would crack and pop inside out if my pinky rested on the pedal.

I began with a full set of 402 nickel silver. They were thick and cracked pretty easily by comparison but I found the step up (502) too thin and washy.

When I got some funds together, I slowly built up the range I have today. I've found the 802's (no longer available) were very good quality for the price ( I've had those crashes for about two years) the alpha's are esentially the same make with a better range but I've found them to be very pleasing and hardwearing (I've had my 18" china for about 5 years and it sounds great).

As for endorsers John Bohnam played 2002's, Danny Carey plays a selection of paiste's, Joey Jordison tours with Rudes and records with a mix of paiste and meinl, David Silvera used to play with Rudes but moved on to signature. Typically paiste's produce a darker sound than their conterparts, hence they are enjoyed by more metal artists.

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[Davenhurst]

I've always loved the sound of Danny Carey's cymbals, it's how I became interested in Paiste in the first place.

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[AvengedDrummer]

Cymbalsonly.com is selling Paistes now! YES!

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[Davenhurst]

Yeah, I've been in touch with Tony already to ask about some sexy crashes, that guy has really impacted on my bank balance in the past few years.

[greyno3]

How do you upload a soundbyte? I made a short one on the 22 Signature Dry Heavy Ride. Ordered before they came on the market in 1989.

[AvengedDrummer]

You should be able to upload it with the "attach files" setting when you reply to a message.