Paiste 22" Signature "Monad" Ride
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Paiste
22" Signature "Monad" Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
381959
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
22" Signature "Monad" Ride
Category:
22" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$724.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Monad Ride is a statement piece – seriously powerful and sonically unique. Danny Carey’s influence is undeniable; it’s built for drummers who need serious volume and a cutting edge sound in heavier, more modern musical contexts. Be prepared for that distinct ping; it’s a signature characteristic that sets it apart.
Product Description
- Paiste 22" Signature "Monad" Ride
- Ride Cymbal
- Dry Heavy Ride "Monad"
- Size: 22"
- Signature Series
- Developed in collaboration with Danny Carey
- Violet cymbal with wacky and highly polished bell
- Heavy cymbal for powerful and cutting-edge ride on a high volume level
- Pronounced
- distinct ping
- Decorated with three metaphysical symbols
PROS
- • Danny Carey's input yields a uniquely powerful, cutting edge ride sound
- • The 'inMonadin' finish creates a visually striking, complex aesthetic
- • Heavy weight provides excellent volume and projection for high-energy playing
- • Distinct ping offers clear stick definition amidst a dark, controlled wash
CONS
- • The 'inMonadin' finish may be prone to scratching and require careful maintenance
- • The pronounced ping might not suit all musical styles or drummers’ preferences
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most drummers
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Key Features
Size
22 in
Material
Paiste Bronze (2002 alloy)
Finish
inMonadin (brushed with polished bell)
Sound Character
Dry, heavy, dark with defined ping
Bell Size
4.5 in
Weight
Heavy
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Frequently Asked Questions
It excels in progressive metal, hard rock, and any genre needing a powerful, defined ride with a darker tone – think Tool, A Perfect Circle, or similar.
The brushed finish dampens the overtones, resulting in a drier sound, while the polished bell provides a contrasting bright articulation.
The ping is quite pronounced, so if you primarily seek a washier, more subtle ride, this might not be the ideal choice; it's designed for clarity and articulation.
