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'''Introduction:''' 1978 <br> | '''Introduction:''' 1978 <br> | ||
'''Discontinued:''' 1986 <br> | '''Discontinued:''' 1986 <br> | ||
| − | '''Background:''' | + | '''Background:''' Evolution of the B8 Stambul, Early "black label" 505's were leftover restamped B8 Stambuls. |
* A truly affordable pro-quality cymbal at the student or semi-pro level. Paiste experience, craftsmanship and understanding of choice materials give these cymbals many professional features. (1) <br> | * A truly affordable pro-quality cymbal at the student or semi-pro level. Paiste experience, craftsmanship and understanding of choice materials give these cymbals many professional features. (1) <br> | ||
| − | * Paiste 505 cymbals produce a fully resonant, vibrant sound with a controlled response. They are developed to provide the drummer with a | + | * Paiste 505 cymbals produce a fully resonant, vibrant sound with a controlled response. They are developed to provide the drummer with a good quality cymbal at a reasonable investment. (2) <br> |
'''Innovation:''' <br> | '''Innovation:''' <br> | ||
'''Alloy:''' [[Identify_Your_Paistes#B8_.282002.29_Alloy|CuSn8]] (Also known as <b>"2002 Bronze"</b>)<br> | '''Alloy:''' [[Identify_Your_Paistes#B8_.282002.29_Alloy|CuSn8]] (Also known as <b>"2002 Bronze"</b>)<br> | ||
Revision as of 17:56, 8 August 2021
505
Introduction: 1978
Discontinued: 1986
Background: Evolution of the B8 Stambul, Early "black label" 505's were leftover restamped B8 Stambuls.
- A truly affordable pro-quality cymbal at the student or semi-pro level. Paiste experience, craftsmanship and understanding of choice materials give these cymbals many professional features. (1)
- Paiste 505 cymbals produce a fully resonant, vibrant sound with a controlled response. They are developed to provide the drummer with a good quality cymbal at a reasonable investment. (2)
Innovation:
Alloy: CuSn8 (Also known as "2002 Bronze")
Quality: Advanced Student Line, intermediate, semi-pro
Production: Cast cymbals using more mass production (automated) manufacturing methods with some manual hammering
Applications: All types of music, particularly pop and rock
Users:
Sound: 505 cymbals produce a fully resonant, vibrant sound. They are developed to provide the drummer with a good quality cymbal. The following is quoted from an early 80's catalog - All Paiste 505 cymbals give a true professional cymbal sound with clear character definition.
The ride cymbals have strong definite stick-rhythm sound. The multi-purpose medium cymbals can be used for loud, forceful crash or gentle ride effects.
Crash cymbals give compact, cutting accents.
Rides
Crashes
Hi-Hats
Chinas
Splashes and Bells
Other
- Concert - 18"
Information from:
- Modern Drummer Equipment Annual 1986
- Paiste "Six Cymbal Lines" Ad 1981
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