Paiste 16″ Giant Beat Hi-Hat Cymbals

£447.49

Offering a warm, vintage tone with excellent stick definition and balanced response, the Paiste 16โ€ณ Giant Beat Hi-Hat Cymbals deliver classic sound with modern playability. Crafted from a unique B8 Bronze alloy, these hi-hats combine full-bodied warmth with crisp articulation, making them perfect for drummers seeking a rich, musical hi-hat with versatile dynamics.

Key Features:
  • Size: 16โ€ณ โ€“ Larger hi-hat size for fuller sound and wider dynamic range

  • Alloy: B8 Bronze (Giant Beat Series) โ€“ Known for warm, vintage character

  • Sound Character: Warm, rich, balanced โ€“ Smooth chick and clear stick definition

  • Weight: Medium โ€“ Optimized for responsive, dynamic playing

  • Finish: Traditional (Brilliant) โ€“ Polished surface enhancing tonal clarity and warmth

  • Handcrafted in Switzerland โ€“ Individually lathed and hammered for premium consistency

Availability: In stock with our supplier
Estimated Delivery Date 10/11/2025
SKU: PGBTHAT16

Description

The Paiste 16โ€ณ Giant Beat Hi-Hats produce warm, full-bodied tones with crisp articulation. Their vintage-inspired sound combines classic warmth with clear, defined stick sounds, ideal for jazz, bluesand classic rock styles.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Full: Rich, vintage tone with natural musical warmth

  • Balanced Response: Smooth chick sound with clear stick definition

  • Versatile Dynamics: Responsive from subtle foot splashes to powerful hits

  • Articulate and Clear: Crisp, clean sound perfect for expressive playing

Built to Perform:

  • Crafted from durable B8 Bronze for consistent tone and longevity

  • Medium weight build delivering a balanced mix of warmth and projection

  • Expertly handcrafted for reliable, professional-quality sound

  • Ideal for vintage, jazz, bluesand classic rock drummers

Ideal For:

  • Drummers seeking warm, vintage-style hi-hat cymbals with clear articulation

  • Players wanting versatile dynamics for a wide range of musical styles

  • Live and studio drummers demanding musicality and reliability

Any items held at our warehouse and ordered before 12pm will be dispatched same-day. For any special order items, we will be in touch directly with tracking information. Delivery is free for most of the U.K. on all orders over ยฃ250 and others start from just ยฃ3.59. We offer 'Express Shipping' on all items meaning that, for most parts of the U.K., your order will be with you next working day. In some areas, such as the Highlands and Islands, delivery will be two days (this will be reflected in your estimated delivery date at checkout). Most items are shipped with DPD meaning you will be given a one hour delivery window on the day of delivery. Smaller items are sent First Class with Royal Mail. If you are in a hurry or need a more specific delivery date and time delivery upgrades such as Next Day before 10am, Next Day before 12pm and Saturday or Sunday delivery can be selected at checkout. Our DPD deliveries are carbon neutral and, where possible, we reuse packing to cut down on waste.

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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.

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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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