Paiste Giant Beat 26" Multi
Group: Rides
Type: Multi
Size: 26 Inch
Series: Giant Beat
Weight: 3820g, 3843g, 3855g, 3855g (2021 Serial Number), 3860g, 3866g, 3867g (2026 Serial Number), 3874g
Median Weight: 3858g (n=8)
Years of production: 2005 - Present
Sound file: Giant Beat 26" Multi
Giant Beat 26" Multi
Giant Beat 26" Multi
Giant Beat 26" Multi
Giant Beat 26" Multi
Giant Beat 26" Multi
Giant Beat 26" Multi
Giant Beat 26" Multi
Giant Beat 26" Multi
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Review: "They have a slightly softer sound than the more modern and aggressive Big Beat/2002s. Still, the stick feel of this 26" is pingy and penetrating, setting off an imposing ride that is not so much dark, but we'd say more broad and deep.
With such a big surface area it pays to explore different regions, thus the edge is noticeably softer and darker, although stick definition stays clear so long as you don't over-hit. And being such a big cymbal, if you crash the edge there is a measure of oriental gong-style tone in the voluminous wash.
Played in the middle it is harder and tingier, while the large bell is particularly impressive. This is where you can really stoke up some volume if needs be. Overall the cymbal comes across as warm and mellow, but commanding with a stately Pink Floyd-ballad sort of vibe."
- Review written by Geoff Nicholls ("Paiste Mellow, Swish and Giant Beat ride cymbals review", musicradar.com, November 20, 2016)
Artist/song where it can be heard: Andy Parker
