RARE Paiste PROTOTYPE Dark Energy Traditional Swish Pang China 20” 1551 g Ultra Mellow Exotic!
One of the best Paiste China Swish Cymbals I have encountered - nothing sounds like this one! It’s like a perfect blend of the Traditional and Dark Energy Series with a bit of MASTERS thrown in for good measure!
Have a look. Better yet, have a listen!
Very Rare Paiste PROTOTYPE Swish China Pang 20” in amazing condition.
Check out the underside - that’s all Traditional craftsmanship right there - telltale wide golden/brown lathing pattern. The Top side looks like a Traditional as well with fine lathing however the hammering is unique and is reminiscent of some Dark Energy or Masters leanings.
The edge is nearly flat like a PANG cymbal and delivers a beautiful, exotic Pang-like ultra mellow tone and spread.
The bell is like the Traditional or Masters Series, it’s rounded over like a SWISH, not squared like the typical 2002 China, and it provides a very smooth and even sounding tone.
At a svelte 1551 grams this Prototype is extremely thin and opens with the lightest touch - even mallets get it to roar.
Dark, exotic, mellow, extremely warm with a cutting attack that is not overbearing. Sings at low volumes but has no problem cutting when you really lay into it.
Makes a magnificent alternate ride for swinging or “knocking” a la Mel Lewis.
20 years old but it looks 20 days old!
The new Paiste Swishes run $650. It’s a hell of a lot more fun to play something custom and unique! No one has this.
Playable. Collectible. Loveable. A rare Paiste.