Paiste Twenty Series Cymbals £133
Paiste's range of Twenty Cymbals have almost tripled in size - most sound impressive but some disappoint
Adam Jones, Thu 22 May 2008, 12:38 pm UTC
The thin crashes have a harmonious opening swell, while the following note is mellow and dark
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Pros
A great blend of clarity and character, there are definitely some impressive sounding cymbals here...
Cons
...unfortunately, one or two sound equally unimpressive.
Verdict
We can appreciate why the Twenty Series has been such a success, as these cymbals successfully blend Paiste’s clarity and definition with more exotic sonic characteristics. On the whole we found the thinner cymbals the most convincing, on the downside, Paiste’s legendary consistency wasn’t at its best where the 8" Mini China was concerned, and the cymbals do sport weighty price tags, especially since the prices have just gone up.
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