Paiste 20" Masters Dark Crash Ride
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Paiste
20" Masters Dark Crash Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
261380
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
20" Masters Dark Crash Ride
Category:
20" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$570.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Masters Dark Crash Ride is a seriously cool cymbal. It’s got that dark, brooding character Paiste is known for, with a surprising amount of clarity for a 'dark' cymbal. Perfect for rock, metal, and modern orchestral work where you want a versatile, powerful sound.
Product Description
- Paiste 20" Masters Dark Crash Ride
- Ride Cymbal
- Size: 20"
- Dark Crash Ride Twenty Masters Collection Series
- Dark
- powerful
- thin crash-ride cymbal
- Extremely wide bandwidth with a complex and modern crash / ride mix
PROS
- • Rich, complex wash with a surprisingly defined stick definition
- • Masters Dark alloy delivers a dark, controlled, and powerful response
- • Excellent crash-ride versatility – usable in a wide range of genres
- • Thin profile allows for responsive playing and nuanced dynamics
CONS
- • The dark sound may not suit brighter musical styles like funk or jazz
- • Masters Dark series cymbals can be prone to cracking with aggressive playing
- • Price point positions it as a premium investment for serious drummers
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20 in
Material
Paiste Masters Dark Alloy
Finish
Dark, machine-latted
Sound Character
Dark, complex, powerful, crash-ride
Bell Size
4.5 in
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
Masters Dark alloy sits between Signature and Tradition, offering a darker, more complex tone than Tradition, but with more projection than Signature.
It's surprisingly controllable; the thin profile and Masters Dark alloy dampen the sustain, allowing for nuanced playing and preventing unwanted ringing.
While well-made, the thinness means it's not as robust as heavier cymbals; handle with care and avoid overly aggressive playing to maximize its lifespan.
