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[[File:Sound formula sun logo.png|thumb|right|450px|Original "Sun" Logo, 1990 - 1993, also used on Reflector models until 1996]] | [[File:Sound formula sun logo.png|thumb|right|450px|Original "Sun" Logo, 1990 - 1993, also used on Reflector models until 1996]] | ||
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'''Introduction:''' [[Paiste 1990 Expansion#Sound Formula|1990]]<br> | '''Introduction:''' [[Paiste 1990 Expansion#Sound Formula|1990]]<br> | ||
''' Discontinued: ''' 1999<br> | ''' Discontinued: ''' 1999<br> | ||
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These instruments work well in live and studio settings that require cymbals with an ‘attitude’. They are the perfect instruments for drummers and percussionists who consider themselves to be ‘expressive artists’ on the cutting edge of modern music. The sound character of these cymbals is fresh, contemporary – even experimental– with brilliance and vigorous articulation.<br> | These instruments work well in live and studio settings that require cymbals with an ‘attitude’. They are the perfect instruments for drummers and percussionists who consider themselves to be ‘expressive artists’ on the cutting edge of modern music. The sound character of these cymbals is fresh, contemporary – even experimental– with brilliance and vigorous articulation.<br> | ||
<i>"With Sound Formula, Paiste not only sets the standard for progressive professional cymbal sound, but also creates a vehicle for our ongoing quest for original and unusual sounds. We are currently exploring the trends towards increased interest for small sounds, exotic timbres and "traditional' models with unusual harmonics.<br> | <i>"With Sound Formula, Paiste not only sets the standard for progressive professional cymbal sound, but also creates a vehicle for our ongoing quest for original and unusual sounds. We are currently exploring the trends towards increased interest for small sounds, exotic timbres and "traditional' models with unusual harmonics.<br> | ||
| − | Some examples of the innovative character of the Sound Formula series include small sounds (6" Splash, 12" Thin China), exotic timbres (13" Mega Cup Chime, 12" Flanger Bell), and cymbals with unusual harmonics and functions (16" Crystal Crash, 10" Micro Hat). Even if your main set doesn't consist of Sound Formulas, this is the perfect cymbal line to draw from to complement your personal creativity."</i> | + | Some examples of the innovative character of the Sound Formula series include small sounds (6" Splash, 12" Thin China), exotic timbres (13" Mega Cup Chime, 12" Flanger Bell), and cymbals with unusual harmonics and functions (16" Crystal Crash, 10" Micro Hat). Even if your main set doesn't consist of Sound Formulas, this is the perfect cymbal line to draw from to complement your personal creativity." </i><font color=blue><sup>2</sup></font color=blue><br> |
'''Innovation:''' First series created from patented bronze that was specifically researched and developed for cymbal sounds<br> | '''Innovation:''' First series created from patented bronze that was specifically researched and developed for cymbal sounds<br> | ||
'''Alloy:''' [[Identify_Your_Paistes#B15_.28Signature.29_Alloy|Patented Signature Bronze]]<br> | '''Alloy:''' [[Identify_Your_Paistes#B15_.28Signature.29_Alloy|Patented Signature Bronze]]<br> | ||
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'''Applications:''' <br> | '''Applications:''' <br> | ||
'''Users:''' <br> | '''Users:''' <br> | ||
| − | '''Sound:''' Controllable, modern,elegant;low middle, and high frequencies are evenly represented and very much in tune with each other, producing melodic and very musical sounds; every model is well defined and crisp, yet full and powerful when required. | + | '''Sound:''' Controllable, modern,elegant;low middle, and high frequencies are evenly represented and very much in tune with each other, producing melodic and very musical sounds; every model is well defined and crisp, yet full and powerful when required.<font color=blue><sup>1</sup></font color=blue><br> |
| + | === Sound Formula Models === | ||
==== Rides ==== | ==== Rides ==== | ||
| − | * '''[[Paiste Dry Ride|Dry Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Dry Ride|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Dry Ride|Dry Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Dry Ride|20"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Flatride|Flatride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Flatride|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Flatride|Flatride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Flatride|20"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Full Ride|Full Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Full Ride|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Full Ride|Full Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Full Ride|20"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Heavy Ride|Heavy Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Heavy Ride|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Heavy Ride|Heavy Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Heavy Ride|20"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Power Ride|Power Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Power Ride|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Power Ride|Power Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Power Ride|20"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Silk Crash Ride|Silk Crash Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Silk Crash Ride|20"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 21" Silk Crash Ride|21"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 22" Silk Crash Ride|22"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Silk Crash Ride|Silk Crash Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Silk Crash Ride|20"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 21" Silk Crash Ride|21"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 22" Silk Crash Ride|22"]]<br> |
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==== Crashes ==== | ==== Crashes ==== | ||
| − | * '''[[Paiste Crystal Crash|Crystal Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Crystal Crash|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Crystal Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Crystal Crash|18"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Crystal Crash|Crystal Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Crystal Crash|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Crystal Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Crystal Crash|18"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Full Crash|Full Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Full Crash|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 15" Full Crash|15"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Full Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 17" Full Crash|17"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Full Crash|18"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Full Crash|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Full Crash|Full Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Full Crash|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 15" Full Crash|15"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Full Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 17" Full Crash|17"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Full Crash|18"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Full Crash|20"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Power Crash|Power Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Power Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 17" Power Crash|17"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Power Crash|18"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Power Crash|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Power Crash|Power Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Power Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 17" Power Crash|17"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Power Crash|18"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Power Crash|20"]] <br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Thin Crash|Thin Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Thin Crash|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 15" Thin Crash|15"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Thin Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 17" Thin Crash|17"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Thin Crash|18"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Thin Crash|Thin Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Thin Crash|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 15" Thin Crash|15"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Thin Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 17" Thin Crash|17"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Thin Crash|18"]]<br> |
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==== Hi-Hats ==== | ==== Hi-Hats ==== | ||
| − | * '''[[Paiste Heavy Hi-Hat|Heavy Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 13" Heavy Hi-Hat|13"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Heavy Hi-Hat|14"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Heavy Hi-Hat|Heavy Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 13" Heavy Hi-Hat|13"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Heavy Hi-Hat|14"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|Medium Heavy Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 12" Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|12"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 13" Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|13"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|14"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|Medium Heavy Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 12" Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|12"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 13" Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|13"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|14"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Micro Hat|Micro Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 8" Micro Hat|8"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 10" Micro Hat|10"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 12" Micro Hat|12"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Micro Hat|Micro Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 8" Micro Hat|8"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 10" Micro Hat|10"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 12" Micro Hat|12"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Sound Edge Hi-Hat|Sound Edge Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 13" Sound Edge Hi-Hat|13"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Sound Edge Hi-Hat|14"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Sound Edge Hi-Hat|Sound Edge Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 13" Sound Edge Hi-Hat|13"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Sound Edge Hi-Hat|14"]]<br> |
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==== Chinas (& Swishes) ==== | ==== Chinas (& Swishes) ==== | ||
| − | * '''[[Paiste Thin China|Thin China]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 12" Thin China|12"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Thin China|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Thin China|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Thin China|18"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Thin China|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Thin China|Thin China]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 12" Thin China|12"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Thin China|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Thin China|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Thin China|18"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Thin China|20"]]<br> |
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==== Splashes (& Bells) ==== | ==== Splashes (& Bells) ==== | ||
* '''[[Paiste Flanger Bell|Flanger Bell]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 12" Flanger Bell|12"]] | * '''[[Paiste Flanger Bell|Flanger Bell]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 12" Flanger Bell|12"]] | ||
| − | * '''[[Paiste Splash|Splash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 6" Splash|6"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 8" Splash|8"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 10" Splash|10"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 12" Splash|12"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Splash|Splash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 6" Splash|6"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 8" Splash|8"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 10" Splash|10"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 12" Splash|12"]]<br> |
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==== Other ==== | ==== Other ==== | ||
* '''[[Paiste Mega Cup Chime|Mega Cup Chime]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 13" Mega Cup Chime|13"]]<br> | * '''[[Paiste Mega Cup Chime|Mega Cup Chime]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 13" Mega Cup Chime|13"]]<br> | ||
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* '''[[Paiste Universal Hand Medium|Universal Hand Medium]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Universal Hand Medium|20"]]<br> | * '''[[Paiste Universal Hand Medium|Universal Hand Medium]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Universal Hand Medium|20"]]<br> | ||
* '''[[Paiste Universal Hand Medium Heavy|Universal Hand Medium Heavy]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 15" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|15"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 17" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|17"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|18"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|20"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 21" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|21"]]<br> | * '''[[Paiste Universal Hand Medium Heavy|Universal Hand Medium Heavy]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula 14" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 15" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|15"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 16" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 17" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|17"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 18" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|18"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 20" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|20"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula 21" Universal Hand Medium Heavy|21"]]<br> | ||
| − | + | === Literature === | |
| − | + | <Gallery heights="200" caption="Sound Formula Literature" mode="packed"> | |
| + | 1991 Sound Formula 2 Page Ad.jpg|Ad - 2 Page (1991) | ||
| + | 1992 Sound Formula Sound Check Ad.jpg|Ad - Sound Check (1992) | ||
| + | 1992 Sound Formula Contest Ad.jpg|Ad - Sound Contest (1992) | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
== Sound Formula Reflector == | == Sound Formula Reflector == | ||
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| − | [[ | + | [[file:Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 20 Dry Ride A.jpg|thumb|right|450px]] |
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'''Introduction:''' [[Paiste 1993 Expansion#Sound Formula Reflector|1993]]<br> | '''Introduction:''' [[Paiste 1993 Expansion#Sound Formula Reflector|1993]]<br> | ||
''' Discontinued: ''' 1996<br> | ''' Discontinued: ''' 1996<br> | ||
'''Background:''' Produced in Paiste's Swiss factory, whereas the regular Sound Formulas of the time were made in the German factory. (3)<br> | '''Background:''' Produced in Paiste's Swiss factory, whereas the regular Sound Formulas of the time were made in the German factory. (3)<br> | ||
'''Innovation:''' The Sound Formula Reflector is finished by a process that achieves a glistening appearance without buffing or the application of any coating.<br> | '''Innovation:''' The Sound Formula Reflector is finished by a process that achieves a glistening appearance without buffing or the application of any coating.<br> | ||
| − | They are especially suited for live music and situations where loud cymbals are required. | + | They are especially suited for live music and situations where loud cymbals are required.<font color=blue><sup>3</sup></font color=blue><br> |
'''Alloy:''' [[Identify_Your_Paistes#B15_.28Signature.29_Alloy|Patented Signature Bronze]]<br> | '''Alloy:''' [[Identify_Your_Paistes#B15_.28Signature.29_Alloy|Patented Signature Bronze]]<br> | ||
'''Quality:''' Professional<br> | '''Quality:''' Professional<br> | ||
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'''Users:''' <br> | '''Users:''' <br> | ||
'''Sound:''' <br> | '''Sound:''' <br> | ||
| + | === Sound Formula Reflector Models === | ||
==== Rides ==== | ==== Rides ==== | ||
| − | * '''[[Paiste Dry Ride|Dry Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 20" Dry Ride|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Dry Ride|Dry Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 20" Dry Ride|20"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Full Ride|Full Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 20" Full Ride|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Full Ride|Full Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 20" Full Ride|20"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Power Ride|Power Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 20" Power Ride|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Power Ride|Power Ride]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 20" Power Ride|20"]]<br> |
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==== Crashes ==== | ==== Crashes ==== | ||
| − | * '''[[Paiste Full Crash|Full Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 14" Full Crash|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 15" Full Crash|15"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 16" Full Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 18" Full Crash|18"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Full Crash|Full Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 14" Full Crash|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 15" Full Crash|15"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 16" Full Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 18" Full Crash|18"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Power Crash|Power Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 16" Power Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 18" Power Crash|18"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Power Crash|Power Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 16" Power Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 18" Power Crash|18"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Thin Crash|Thin Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 14" Thin Crash|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 15" Thin Crash|15"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 16" Thin Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 18" Thin Crash|18"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Thin Crash|Thin Crash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 14" Thin Crash|14"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 15" Thin Crash|15"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 16" Thin Crash|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 18" Thin Crash|18"]]<br> |
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==== Hi-Hats ==== | ==== Hi-Hats ==== | ||
| − | * '''[[Paiste Heavy Hi-Hat|Heavy Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 14" Heavy Hi-Hat|14"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Heavy Hi-Hat|Heavy Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 14" Heavy Hi-Hat|14"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|Medium Heavy Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 13" Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|13"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 14" Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|14"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|Medium Heavy Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 13" Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|13"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 14" Medium Heavy Hi-Hat|14"]]<br> |
| − | * '''[[Paiste Sound Edge Hi-Hat|Sound Edge Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 14" Sound Edge Hi-Hat|14"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Sound Edge Hi-Hat|Sound Edge Hi-Hat]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 14" Sound Edge Hi-Hat|14"]]<br> |
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==== Chinas (& Swishes) ==== | ==== Chinas (& Swishes) ==== | ||
| − | * '''[[Paiste Thin China|Thin China]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 16" Thin China|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 18" Thin China|18"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 20" Thin China|20"]] | + | * '''[[Paiste Thin China|Thin China]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 16" Thin China|16"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 18" Thin China|18"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 20" Thin China|20"]]<br> |
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==== Splashes (& Bells) ==== | ==== Splashes (& Bells) ==== | ||
* '''[[Paiste Splash|Splash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 10" Splash|10"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 12" Splash|12"]]<br><br> | * '''[[Paiste Splash|Splash]] - [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 10" Splash|10"]] [[Paiste Sound Formula Reflector 12" Splash|12"]]<br><br> | ||
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Information from:<br> | Information from:<br> | ||
| − | + | <font color=blue><sup>1</sup></font color=blue> Modern Drummer, September 1991, pg. 5 <br> | |
| − | + | <font color=blue><sup>2</sup></font color=blue> Paiste Sound Formula Leaflet / Paiste.com (1998)<br> | |
| − | + | <font color=blue><sup>3</sup></font color=blue> Modern Drummer (May 1993, pages 36-38)<br><br> | |
Return to the '''[[Paiste Cymbal Type|Cymbal Type Portal]]<br> | Return to the '''[[Paiste Cymbal Type|Cymbal Type Portal]]<br> | ||
Return to the '''[[Paiste Series|Paiste Series Portal]]<br><br> | Return to the '''[[Paiste Series|Paiste Series Portal]]<br><br> | ||
Latest revision as of 11:41, 25 December 2025
Sound Formula
Contents
Introduction: 1990
Discontinued: 1999
Background:
Sound Formula cymbals are the second series to be made from the famous ‘Paiste Sound Alloy’, the patented bronze we invented specifically for creating cymbal sounds.
These instruments work well in live and studio settings that require cymbals with an ‘attitude’. They are the perfect instruments for drummers and percussionists who consider themselves to be ‘expressive artists’ on the cutting edge of modern music. The sound character of these cymbals is fresh, contemporary – even experimental– with brilliance and vigorous articulation.
"With Sound Formula, Paiste not only sets the standard for progressive professional cymbal sound, but also creates a vehicle for our ongoing quest for original and unusual sounds. We are currently exploring the trends towards increased interest for small sounds, exotic timbres and "traditional' models with unusual harmonics.
Some examples of the innovative character of the Sound Formula series include small sounds (6" Splash, 12" Thin China), exotic timbres (13" Mega Cup Chime, 12" Flanger Bell), and cymbals with unusual harmonics and functions (16" Crystal Crash, 10" Micro Hat). Even if your main set doesn't consist of Sound Formulas, this is the perfect cymbal line to draw from to complement your personal creativity." 2
Innovation: First series created from patented bronze that was specifically researched and developed for cymbal sounds
Alloy: Patented Signature Bronze
Quality: Professional
Offered as: Sound Formula - Sound Formula Reflector
Production: Manual craftsmanship • Hand hammering, hand lathing • Proprietary manufacturing methods
Applications:
Users:
Sound: Controllable, modern,elegant;low middle, and high frequencies are evenly represented and very much in tune with each other, producing melodic and very musical sounds; every model is well defined and crisp, yet full and powerful when required.1
Sound Formula Models
Rides
- Dry Ride - 20"
- Flatride - 20"
- Full Ride - 20"
- Heavy Ride - 20"
- Power Ride - 20"
- Silk Crash Ride - 20" 21" 22"
Crashes
- Crystal Crash - 14" 16" 18"
- Full Crash - 14" 15" 16" 17" 18" 20"
- Power Crash - 16" 17" 18" 20"
- Thin Crash - 14" 15" 16" 17" 18"
Hi-Hats
- Heavy Hi-Hat - 13" 14"
- Medium Heavy Hi-Hat - 12" 13" 14"
- Micro Hat - 8" 10" 12"
- Sound Edge Hi-Hat - 13" 14"
Chinas (& Swishes)
Splashes (& Bells)
Other
- Mega Cup Chime - 13"
- Universal Hand Heavy - 18"
- Universal Hand Medium - 20"
- Universal Hand Medium Heavy - 14" 15" 16" 17" 18" 20" 21"
Literature
- Sound Formula Literature
Ad - 2 Page (1991)
Ad - Sound Check (1992)
Ad - Sound Contest (1992)
Sound Formula Reflector
Introduction: 1993
Discontinued: 1996
Background: Produced in Paiste's Swiss factory, whereas the regular Sound Formulas of the time were made in the German factory. (3)
Innovation: The Sound Formula Reflector is finished by a process that achieves a glistening appearance without buffing or the application of any coating.
They are especially suited for live music and situations where loud cymbals are required.3
Alloy: Patented Signature Bronze
Quality: Professional
Offered as: Sound Formula - Sound Formula Reflector
Production: Manual craftsmanship • Hand hammering, hand lathing • Proprietary manufacturing methods
Applications:
Users:
Sound:
Sound Formula Reflector Models
Rides
Crashes
- Full Crash - 14" 15" 16" 18"
- Power Crash - 16" 18"
- Thin Crash - 14" 15" 16" 18"
Hi-Hats
Chinas (& Swishes)
- Thin China - 16" 18" 20"
Splashes (& Bells)
Information from:
1 Modern Drummer, September 1991, pg. 5
2 Paiste Sound Formula Leaflet / Paiste.com (1998)
3 Modern Drummer (May 1993, pages 36-38)
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