Paiste 20" 602 Series Medium Ride

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Paiste 20" 602 Series Medium Ride

Paiste

20" 602 Series Medium Ride

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 264071
Brand: Paiste
Model: 20" 602 Series Medium Ride
Price: $680.90

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The Paiste 602 Medium Ride is a workhorse – reliable, controllable, and sounds fantastic in almost any setting. It’s a great choice for gigging musicians or studio players who need a versatile ride that delivers a solid, musical tone without being overly flashy. It’s a step up from entry-level cymbals but still accessible for a wide range of players.

Product Description

  • Paiste 20" 602 Series Medium Ride
  • Ride Cymbal
  • Paiste 602 Series
  • 20" Medium ride
  • Full
  • compressed fundamental tone
  • Extremely controllable with a pleasant touch
  • Refreshing stick attack
  • Well balanced
  • The dynamic all-round ride cymbal for many styles of music
PROS
  • • Produces a warm, full fundamental with a controlled, musical wash.
  • • Paiste's Signature Bronze alloy delivers a bright, responsive stick attack.
  • • The medium weight provides excellent stick definition and control.
  • • Well-suited for a wide range of genres from rock to jazz, offering versatility.
CONS
  • • The 602 Series isn’t the brightest; lacks the sizzle of higher-end Paiste lines.
  • • The sustain, while pleasant, isn’t exceptionally long compared to some other rides.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 20 in
Material Paiste Signature Bronze
Finish Brushed/Lathed
Sound Character Full, Warm, Musical, Controlled
Bell Size 4.5 in
Weight Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 2002 is brighter and more cutting; the 602 offers a warmer, more controlled response and a slightly darker overall tone.
While versatile, its controlled nature means it won’t have the explosive, trashy character some metal players prefer; it’s better suited for classic rock or modern rock.
The 'Thin' version will have a lighter feel, more sustain, and a slightly more shimmering wash; the 'Medium' offers more stick definition and a more focused sound.

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