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Paiste 14-inch 2002 Sound Edge Hi-hat Cymbals

14" 2002 Hi-hat Cymbals with CuSn8 Bronze Alloy Formulation, Medium Top, and Medium-heavy Wavy-bottom (Pair)
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The Original 14" Wavy-bottom Hats

The Paiste 2002 14" Sound Edge Hi-hat is the original wavy-bottom hat. With its medium top and medium-heavy wavy bottom, this pair delivers a medium-bright, energetic open sound and a pronounced chick sound.

The Paiste 2002 series

Paiste 2002 series cymbals are crafted using Paiste's proprietary 2002 Alloy. These 2002 cymbals sound full and bright, with strong presence and projection. They have a crisp, focused character and articulately respond to your stick attack. Above all, 2002 series cymbals are eminently musical. The 2002 Precision series cymbals are made from the same 2002 alloy using a streamlined manufacturing process to give you 2002 sound at a more affordable price.

Paiste - a tradition of innovation

Headquartered in Switzerland, Paiste meets the creative needs of drummers and percussionists with innovative cymbals, gongs, and bronze percussion instruments. Founded at the beginning of the twentieth century, Paiste lays claim to a number of cymbal firsts, including the first use of 8% bronze, the wavy-edged hi-hat bottom cymbal, the bell-less flat ride, unlathed hammered cymbals, color-coated cymbals, China cymbals with a downturned edge, and the invention of their 2002 Bronze Alloy. World-class drummers such as Bill Bruford, Stewart Copeland, and Vinnie Colaiuta have long relied on Paiste cymbals to forge their signature sounds - and you can, too!

Paiste 2002 14" Sound Edge Hi-hat Features at a Glance:
  • The original, patented, wavy-bottom hi-hat
  • Medium bright, full, warm, brilliant
  • Wide range, fairly complex mix
  • Fast, responsive feel
  • Full, bright, energetic open sound
  • Sharp, full chick sound
  • Weight: medium top/medium-heavy bottom
  • Volume: medium soft to loud
  • Stick sound: pronounced
  • Intensity: lively
  • Sustain: medium
  • Chick sound: sharp, pronounced
Put the shimmer on your kit with Paiste cymbals!
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Tech Specs

  • Type: Hi-hat Pair
  • Size: 14"
  • Finish: Traditional
  • Top Weight: Medium
  • Bottom Weight: Medium Heavy
  • Material: CuSn20 Bronze
  • Sound: Balanced
  • Volume: Medium/Bright
  • Sustain: Medium
  • Pitch: Medium
  • Balance: Blend
  • Bell Size: Medium
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 1063114

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Rated 5/5

Cymbal Elegance

These Paiste Hi Hats exceeded all expectations. A crystal clear, shimmering sound with a resounding, precise bite, open or closed. 2002 Series were the choice of John Bonham. Feel in very good company!
Music background: Recently retired and totally immersed in learning about drums & cymbals and how to play.
Rated 5/5

Finally - After 50 Years!

Back in the day, a few of my friends and I lived and breathed drums and percussion. I had a set of Zildjian "New Beats" which I absolutely loved. My good friend introduced me to Paiste (he played 602's) and I started looking at them to compliment to my Zildjians. I heard a set of Paiste "Sound Edge" Hi Hats and was just blown away. For me they represented a different vibe and sound than my Zildjians but money was tight and I just couldn't seem to save enough for a set. I recently pulled the trigger and couldn't be happier! The wavy bottom prohibits any type of air lock so every time you get a very defined and consistent "chick". Projection is fantastic and the pitch has been exactly what I have been looking for. Thanks to Nick for expediting the shipment and putting them on my kit within two days!
Music background: Musician 60+ years - drums, guitar and keyboards.
Rated 5/5

What's not to like?

Seriously, this is a no brainer. These hats have it all, not too thick not too thin the perfect blend for any music genre. I originally ordered just the top cymbal to pair it with another Sound Edge bottom cymbal I had. After talking to the best sales engineer, Jake Hersha, it was going to take more weeks than I was willing to wait. I had Jake send me the set and I am glad I did they sound amazing. I have been a Paiste guy for years I have never had an issue with any cymbal I have had with their logo on it. Don't think just order them today.
Rated 5/5

The best

These are sweet and throaty, loud and shuttle. The best well rounded hi hat I have played. Go get em'!
Perfection. Thank you, bret dorton
Music background: A.I.M.M grad and drum instructor
Rated 5/5

Great Hats!

I bought these to try something a bit different, and I really like them!
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