Paiste 22″ Formula 602 Thin Crash Cymbal
£618.79
Combining vintage lightโweight responsiveness with musical sophistication, the 22″ Formulaโฏ602 Thin Crash Cymbal delivers an ethereal attack, shimmering overtones and fast decay โ perfect for expressive accents and subtle coloration. Crafted from Paisteโs renowned CuSn20 bronze alloy and handโhammered in Switzerland, this cymbal offers a delicate, airy voice with a refined character. The 22″ size brings added body and projection while maintaining the thin crashโs crisp immediacy.
Key Features:
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Size: 22″ – Larger diameter for more presence and body while retaining fast crash response
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Weight: Thin – Lightweight profile for immediate attack, quick decay and highly dynamic sensitivity
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Alloy: CuSn20 Bronze (Classic 602 Bronze) – Combines warm tone, clear articulation and rich harmonic detail
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Sound Character: Silvery, breathy, transparent, shimmering – Wide frequency range with a slightly complex, dense mix and an airy, velvety feel
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Finish: Traditional – Handโhammered and lathed surface for tonal depth and visual elegance
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Handcrafted in Switzerland – Meticulously made to Paisteโs precision standards for consistency and quality
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Description
This P602THINCR22 cymbal is ideal for drummers who want a fast, expressive crash with a light feel and refined tone. With the 22″ size, it offers enhanced projection and musical body while preserving the thin crashโs lively responsiveness.
Sound & Feel:
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Immediate and Airy – Opens instantly with a crisp crash then quickly decays to an ultrasonic wash
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Definitively Musical – Rich overtones that shimmer without becoming harsh or overbearing
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Expressively Versatile – Sensitive to light touches and remains dynamic under stronger hits
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Controlled Projection – Larger size yields more presence, yet the thin design ensures clarity and articulation
Built to Perform:
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Made from CuSn20 Bronze alloy for tonal richness, reliability and longโterm consistency
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Handโhammered and lathed for deep harmonic structure and refined articulation
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Thin weight design for quick responsiveness, minimal sustain and strong impact
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Swissโmade craftsmanship assures top quality, durability and sound integrity
Ideal For:
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Jazz, fusion, acoustic, contemporary and studio drummers
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Players seeking a thin crash cymbal with enhanced presence and rich tonal character
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Musicians needing a cymbal that offers articulate expressiveness but still fills a venue
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Artists who appreciate handcrafted instruments with vintage lineage and modern versatility
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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