
Paiste 14″ Formula 602 Modern Essentials Hi-Hat Cymbals

£532.79
Combining the timeless elegance of Paiste’s classic 602 series with modern performance demands, the Paiste Formula 602 Modern Essentials Hi-Hats deliver a warm, clear tone with crisp articulation and excellent dynamic range. The 14″ size offers the traditional hi-hat pitch and quick response drummers expect, crafted from Paiste’s renowned CuSn20 bronze alloy. Hand-finished in Switzerland, these hi-hats provide a balanced chick sound and a smooth, musical wash, making them perfect for both studio and stage.
Key Features:
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Size: 14″ – Standard hi-hat size for versatile playing and traditional sound
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Weight: Medium Top / Medium Heavy Bottom – Optimised for dynamic control and crisp chick articulation
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Alloy: CuSn20 Bronze (Classic 602 Bronze) – Produces warm, clear tone with rich harmonic complexity
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Sound Character: Warm, crisp, and articulate – Defined chick with smooth stick response and balanced wash
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Finish: Traditional – Handcrafted finish that enhances tonal clarity and visual appeal
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Handcrafted in Switzerland – Precision-made with Paiste’s legendary craftsmanship
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Description
The P602ME14HH hi-hats provide a perfect blend of vintage warmth and modern versatility. Ideal for drummers seeking expressive, musical hi-hats with a balanced sound suitable across genres, these cymbals respond beautifully in both quiet and energetic playing contexts.
Sound & Feel:
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Warm and Clear – Smooth stick definition with crisp, articulate chick
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Musical and Balanced – Rich harmonic content with controlled wash
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Dynamic and Responsive – Reacts sensitively to a wide range of playing styles
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Traditional Tonality – Classic 14″ hi-hat pitch and feel
Built to Perform:
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Crafted from classic CuSn20 Bronze alloy for signature 602 warmth and clarity
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Hand-hammered and lathed to achieve complex, nuanced sound layers
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Designed with modern players in mind for flexibility and control
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Swiss-made quality ensures durability, consistency, and tonal precision
Ideal For:
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Jazz, rock, fusion, pop, and session drummers
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Players wanting the classic 14″ hi-hat sound with modern dynamics
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Musicians who appreciate warm, clear hi-hats for studio and live use
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Artists who value Paiste’s heritage combined with contemporary design
At Drum Central we want you to be able to shop with confidence and are happy to offer a 2 year warranty and 30 day money back guarantee on all of our new products. (All products sold are considered new unless clearly stated. This includes ex display models.)
If within 30 days of receiving your purchase you decide it is not right for you providing it is returned in “as new” condition within its unopened original packing we will refund or exchange your item as desired. In cases where packaging has been opened we may be unable to offer a refund but in some cases will offer a refund that reflects the reduced resale value of the item.
We do our best to make sure every aspect of your Drum Central order goes smoothly but in the event that an item arrives either damaged or incorrect then notify us within 14 days and we will arrange a free collection so as to get the item swapped or replaced.
If your purchase develops a fault within the 2 year warranty period you can return it to us and we will repair or replace it. A fault is defined as a defect that you would not normally expect to occur through normal wear and tear and that has not been caused by improper use.
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