Paiste 20" Signature Power Ride
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Paiste
20" Signature Power Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
513133
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
20" Signature Power Ride
Category:
20" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Signature Power Ride is a beast – a seriously loud and defined ride cymbal perfect for rock, metal, and any style needing serious cut. Its robust build and complex shimmering sound offer a premium experience, but be prepared for a hefty feel and a price tag to match.
Product Description
- Paiste 20" Signature Power Ride
- Ride Cymbal
- Size: 20"
- Loud 20" ride cymbal
- Long sustain
- Very defined bell sound
- articulated ping
- and a heavy feel
- Perfect for louder styles
PROS
- • Powerful, articulate stick definition for driving grooves.
- • Bell delivers a focused, cutting projection ideal for accents.
- • Paiste’s Signature Bronze alloy provides a complex, shimmering overtone blend.
- • Heavy weight ensures stability and cuts through loud ensemble settings.
CONS
- • High price point may limit accessibility for some drummers.
- • Sound leans heavily towards louder genres, less versatile for quieter styles.
- • The substantial weight can be fatiguing in extended playing sessions.
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Key Features
Size
20 in
Material
Paiste Signature Bronze
Finish
Brushed-up with heavy hammering
Sound Character
Powerful, articulate, shimmering
Bell Size
4.5 in
Weight
Heavy
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Power Ride is significantly louder and more aggressive than the Masters or Dark series, lacking their nuanced wash and complexity.
While all Signature Power Rides share a similar hammering profile, slight variations in hand-hammering mean each cymbal will have unique sonic characteristics.
Due to its volume and projection, the Power Ride is best suited for larger kits and louder environments; it might be overwhelming in quieter settings.
