Difference between revisions of "Paiste 3000"
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'''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> | ||
'''Quality:''' Professional<br> | '''Quality:''' Professional<br> | ||
| − | '''Production:'''<br> | + | '''Production:''' 3000 series cymbals feature a ribbon lathing, also used on [[Paiste Signature|Signature]] cymbals. <br> |
| − | '''Applications:'''<br> | + | '''Applications:''' 3000 series cymbals can be used in many applications, from live to studio.<br> |
'''Users:''' [[Paiste Tommy Lee|Tommy Lee]], [[Paiste Cozy Powell|Cozy Powell]], [[Paiste Tico Torres|Tico Torres]], [[Paiste Stewart Copeland|Stewart Copeland]]<br> | '''Users:''' [[Paiste Tommy Lee|Tommy Lee]], [[Paiste Cozy Powell|Cozy Powell]], [[Paiste Tico Torres|Tico Torres]], [[Paiste Stewart Copeland|Stewart Copeland]]<br> | ||
'''Sound:''' Generally the same brilliance as 2002, but with added lower frequencies, they sound larger and not as clean; very explosive, extreme volume, particularly in 3000 RUDE; 3000 REFLECTOR add a glassy, shimmering quality; these cymbals are generally preferred by Rock and Heavy Metal musicians,and in any situation that requires extreme volume.(1)<br> | '''Sound:''' Generally the same brilliance as 2002, but with added lower frequencies, they sound larger and not as clean; very explosive, extreme volume, particularly in 3000 RUDE; 3000 REFLECTOR add a glassy, shimmering quality; these cymbals are generally preferred by Rock and Heavy Metal musicians,and in any situation that requires extreme volume.(1)<br> | ||
Revision as of 13:55, 27 April 2019
3000 Regular
Introduction: 1986(1)
Discontinued: 1995
Background: An extension of the classic 2002 sound, the 3000s were given added strength in the middle to low frequency range, enabling it to compete better with mid-range heavy Rock guitar sounds, especially in 3000 RUDE.(1)
Innovation: Employing a new (at the time) lathing on a B8 alloy.
Alloy:CuSn8 (Also known as "2002 Bronze")
Quality: Professional
Production: 3000 series cymbals feature a ribbon lathing, also used on Signature cymbals.
Applications: 3000 series cymbals can be used in many applications, from live to studio.
Users: Tommy Lee, Cozy Powell, Tico Torres, Stewart Copeland
Sound: Generally the same brilliance as 2002, but with added lower frequencies, they sound larger and not as clean; very explosive, extreme volume, particularly in 3000 RUDE; 3000 REFLECTOR add a glassy, shimmering quality; these cymbals are generally preferred by Rock and Heavy Metal musicians,and in any situation that requires extreme volume.(1)
Rides
Crashes
- Crash - 14" 15" 16" 17" 18" 20" 22" 24"
- Power Crash - 16" 17" 18" 19" 20" 21" 24"
- Thin Crash - 14" 15" 16" 17" 18" 19"
Hi-Hats
Chinas
- China Type - 14" 16" 18" 20" 22"
- Novo China - 18" 20" 22"
Splashes and Bells
3000 Reflector
Introduction: 1988
Discontinued: 1995
Background:
Innovation:
Using Paiste's lathing process for creating a cymbal finish that looks great, especially under extreme lighting, such as on stage.
Alloy:CuSn8 (Also known as "2002 Bronze")
Quality: Professional
Production: The Reflector finish is accomplished not by buffing, but by a proprietary process developed by Paiste.
Applications: Reflector cymbals can be used in any situation. Many prefer them for the slick eye appeal in live settings.
Users: Tommy Lee, Cozy Powell, Paiste Tico Torres, Stewart Copeland
Sound:
Rides
Crashes
- Crash -
- Power Crash -
- Thin Crash -
Hi-Hats
Chinas
- China Type -
- Novo China -
Splashes and Bells
Information from:
(1)Modern Drummer, September 1991, Pg. 5, Paiste advertisement
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