Name: Paiste 22" Formula 602 Modern Essentials Ride Cymbal
SKU: P602ME22RD
Price: 618.79 GBP
Availability: BackOrder

Paiste 22″ Formula 602 Modern Essentials Ride Cymbal

£618.79

Bridging the sonic heritage of Paiste’s legendary 602 series with the demands of modern music, the Paiste Formula 602 Modern Essentials 22″ Ride Cymbal offers a perfect balance of warm, complex tone and precise stick articulation. Co-designed with drumming icon Vinnie Colaiuta, this ride delivers a musical blend of definition, shimmerand wash—making it a highly expressive tool for a wide range of styles. Crafted from the classic B20 bronze alloy and meticulously handcrafted in Switzerland, this is a ride cymbal of exceptional nuance and versatility.

Key Features:

Size: 22″ – Versatile ride size with full sound and controlled wash
Weight: Medium – Balanced for clarity, warmthand dynamic expression
Alloy: B20 Bronze (Classic 602 Bronze) – Known for its warm, rich tone and harmonic detail
Sound Character: Warm, definedand musical – Clean stick definition with smooth, integrated wash
Finish: Traditional – Hand-finished for tonal warmth and visual elegance
Handcrafted in Switzerland – Built to the highest standards by Paiste’s master cymbalsmiths

Availability: Available to order

Estimated Delivery Date 27/12/2025

SKU: P602ME22RD

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Description

The P602ME22RD ride is a go-to choice for drummers seeking a blend of classic ride characteristics with the tonal flexibility needed in today’s diverse musical landscapes. It speaks with authority at lower dynamics and opens up with a lush wash under more aggressive playing, offering full control and musicality at every level.

Sound & Feel:

Defined and Expressive – Clear stick response with smooth, rounded attack
Warm and Lush – Balanced overtones with a rich, controlled sustain
Dynamic Range – Excels at soft articulation and louder wash-driven playing
Versatile Projection – Sits comfortably in both live and studio mixes

Built to Perform:

Crafted from B20 Bronze alloy for signature warmth, clarityand depth
Hand-hammered and lathed to deliver sonic complexity and tonal control
Medium weight allows for articulation and musical wash in equal measure
Swiss-made precision ensures consistent quality and performance

Ideal For:

Jazz, fusion, rockand studio/session drummers
Players seeking a versatile ride with clean articulation and lush tone
Musicians who value vintage warmth paired with modern responsiveness
Artists who demand hand-crafted instruments with professional tonal balance

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More Delivery & Return Information

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.