Paiste 14" Masters Dark Hi-Hat

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Paiste 14" Masters Dark Hi-Hat

Paiste

14" Masters Dark Hi-Hat

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 334479
Brand: Paiste
Model: 14" Masters Dark Hi-Hat
Price: $636.90

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These Masters Dark hi-hats are beautifully crafted for the discerning jazz drummer. They offer a controlled, nuanced sound with a warm, smoky character that's a joy to play, especially when you want that crisp, defined chick without excessive splash. If you're looking for a premium hi-hat to elevate your jazz or studio work, this is a serious contender.

Product Description

  • Paiste 14" Masters Dark Hi-Hat
  • Hi-Hat Cymbals
  • Master Series
  • Size: 14"
  • A soft
  • closed sound with a smoky wash
  • Consistently clear and assertive chick sound
  • Designed in collaboration with renowned jazz drummers Gregory Hutchinson and André Ceccarelli
PROS
  • • Exceptional clarity and definition for a dark hi-hat.
  • • Paiste's Signature Bronze delivers a complex, smoky overtones.
  • • The chick sound is remarkably consistent and articulate.
  • • Collaboration with Hutchinson and Ceccarelli yields a refined, jazz-focused response.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many drummers.
  • • The dark sound profile might be too subdued for heavier genres.
  • • Can be overly sensitive, requiring precise footwork.

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Key Features

Size 14 in
Material Paiste Signature Bronze
Finish Dark
Sound Character Soft, smoky, articulate chick
Top/Bottom Weight Top: 605g, Bottom: 638g
Weight 1243g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Paiste Masters Dark have a more focused, articulate sound and a tighter feel, while the Zildjian K Custom Dark tends to be a bit looser and more wash-oriented.
While versatile, their darker, more controlled response isn't ideal for aggressive, high-volume rock or metal styles; they'll be too subdued.
With proper care and regular cleaning, these hi-hats should last for many years, even with frequent gigging; the bronze alloy is quite durable.

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