Paiste 101 Brass Ride 20 in. – Ride Cymbal

Product Overview

The Paiste 101 Brass Ride 20 in. is a 20" Ride cymbal from the 101 Brass series. With its brass construction, Medium Heavy weight and Medium volume, it is designed to provide a balanced and controlled tonal response for Ride applications.

Its sound character is medium bright, clean and focused. The Medium frequency range and Clean frequency mix help maintain a clear and controlled overall sound. The fairly pronounced stick sound provides clear rhythmic articulation, while the lively response delivers responsive reaction to stick input.

Medium sustain and the full, integrated bell character support both continuous Ride patterns and defined bell articulation. The overall configuration makes the model suitable as a versatile Ride for different musical applications.

Features

• 20" Ride cymbal
• 101 Brass series
• Brass alloy
• Medium Heavy weight
• Medium volume
• Medium-bright sound color
• Medium frequency range
• Clean frequency mix
• Fairly pronounced stick sound
• Lively response intensity
• Medium sustain
• Full, integrated bell character
• Medium feel
• Medium-bright, clean and focused tonal character
• Balanced and controlled Ride response

Technical Specifications

• Model: 101 Brass Ride
• Series: 101 Brass
• Product Type: Ride
• Size: 20"
• Diameter: 20"
• Material / Alloy: Brass
• Weight: Medium Heavy
• Volume: Medium
• Sound Color: Medium Bright
• Frequency Range: Medium
• Frequency Mix: Clean
• Stick Sound: Fairly Pronounced
• Response Intensity: Lively
• Sustain: Medium
• Bell Character: Full, Integrated
• Feel: Medium
• Sound Character: Medium bright, clean, focused

Connections and Controls

The Paiste 101 Brass Ride 20 in. is a passive acoustic cymbal and therefore has no electronic inputs, outputs, power connection or dedicated control interface.

Its sound character is shaped by playing technique, dynamics, striking position and the use of the cymbal's bow and bell areas. The Full, integrated bell provides additional articulation for Ride playing.

Body and Construction

The 20" Ride cymbal is manufactured from brass alloy and belongs to the Medium Heavy weight category. Its construction is characterized by Medium volume, Medium sustain and Lively response.

The Medium-bright, clean and focused tonal structure provides clear stick articulation during Ride patterns. The Full, integrated bell construction complements the cymbal with defined bell articulation.

Applications

• Acoustic drum kits
• Live performance
• Studio and recording applications
• Rehearsal and practice
• Continuous Ride patterns
• Rhythmic articulation
• Bell accents
• Versatile Ride use across different musical styles