Paiste Formula 602 Classic Flat Ride (20in) Overview
Back in 1959 Paiste launched a series that was destined to become one of the world's most revered in the history of cymbal making GÇô Formula 602.Its fine, pure and always controlled musical tone was adopted by well-known drummers and percussionists including none other than Joe Morello, Art Blakey, Paul Motian, Ndugu Chancler, Jon Hiseman, Charlie Watts and a host more. Formula 602s were especially coveted as the ultimate cymbal in jazz, the burgeoning beat and rock music of the times, avant-garde and acoustic genres of music for more than three decades. Demand began falling away with the advent of increasing volume through amplification and electronic music, and production of the Formula 602 series ceased in the 1990s. The warmth of the traditional CuSn20 bronze and the superior sound quality are back in demand, however GÇô hence the reintroduction of the most popular Formula 602 range of models.
In 1968 Paiste invented the ride without a bell, and the 20" Formula 602 Medium Flatride became the classic forerunner. The fine, pulsing 'ping' with silvery highs of this cymbal, which always remains under control, is legendary, and many attempts were made to copy it GÇô to no avail. Now it's back for enjoyment.
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- Sizes: 20"
- Weight: medium
- Volume: very low to medium
- Stick Sound: soft, woody, shimmering
- Intensity: very controlled
- Sustain: medium-short
- Sound Character: Warm, mellow, crystal-like. Medium range, fairly clean mix. Very balanced and controlled feel. A pearly, woody stick sound paired with a silvery wash. A very sensitive cymbal perfectly suited for soft playing at lower volume level and studio application.
