Paiste 18" 2002 Black Big Beat Cymbal
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Paiste
18" 2002 Black Big Beat Cymbal
Product Info
Article Number:
382013
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
18" 2002 Black Big Beat Cymbal
Category:
18" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$357.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 2002 Black Big Beat is a fantastic, versatile cymbal offering a unique blend of power and warmth. It's a great choice for drummers seeking a robust crash/ride with a darker, more mature sound – especially suited for rock, funk, and heavier styles where a bit of extra oomph is needed.
Product Description
- Paiste 18" 2002 Black Big Beat Cymbal
- Cymbal
- Size: 18"
- 2002 Black Big Beat Series
- Can be used as a crash or ride
- Material: CuSn8 Bronze
- Based on the 2002 series
- but with stronger hammer patterns and a slightly darkened finish
PROS
- • Rich, complex wash with a focused, powerful crack
- • CuSn8 bronze provides warm, resonant, and musical tones
- • Darkened finish softens the overtones while maintaining projection
- • Versatile enough for crash and ride duties in various genres
CONS
- • Can be overwhelming in smaller, more intimate settings
- • The Big Beat hammering creates a slightly less refined feel
- • Premium-priced compared to entry-level cymbal options
- • Darker finish may not suit brighter musical styles
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
CuSn8 Bronze
Finish
Darkened
Sound Character
Warm, dark, powerful, complex
Weight
Medium-Heavy
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Frequently Asked Questions
The heavier hammering creates a more immediate and forceful response, giving it that characteristic 'Big Beat' attack, but also slightly reduces the cymbal’s ability to fully ‘breathe’.
While versatile, its powerful projection makes it less ideal for very quiet or delicate playing – it’s best suited for mid-to-high volume situations.
The Black series uses heavier hammering and a darkened finish, resulting in a darker, more powerful sound than the standard 2002 series, which tends to be brighter.
