Paiste 602 Modern Essentials 19" Crash Cymbal at a Glance:
 
Modern Essentials: an explosive new take on the 602 sound
Made from Paiste CuSn20 bronze for rich, dark, and musical tones
A gigging drummer's cymbal with broad applications
 
Modern Essentials: an explosive new take on the 602 sound
 
Paiste views the Modern Essentials crashes as an extension to, rather than a replacement of, the classic 602 line. This 19" crash has the same transparent tone, stick definition, and workingman's versatility that drummers loved about the original series.
 
Made from Paiste CuSn20 bronze for rich, dark, and musical tones
 
Paiste's traditional CuSn20 bronze (80% copper/20% tin) is the same alloy used in Paiste's Masters cymbals and has been the gold standard for many cymbal makers for generations. A random hammering pattern gives this 19" crash a complex tone without sacrificing its place in a mix.
 
A gigging drummer's cymbal with broad applications
 
Colaiuta and Paiste worked hard not to make their Modern Essentials collection too niche a sound, making sure that every crash, splash, and ride worked for live arena rock to studio pop to swing. If you play a wide range of styles and need a crash that translates, Sweetwater drummers recommend checking out the Paiste Formula 602 Modern Essentials 19" crash.
 
Paiste Formula 602 Modern Essentials 19" Crash Cymbal Features:
 
An extension of the classic Paiste 602 line
Developed in close cooperation with Modern Drummer Hall of Famer Vinnie Colaiuta
Designed to suit a wide range of stage and studio applications, from rock to swing
Defined crash with a dark wash and full sustain
Explosive attack cuts through a mix
Broad dynamic range - great for cymbal rolls
Controlled overtones for a purer tone
Good stick definition
Random hammering pattern creates a rich, complex sound
Made from Paiste's flagship CuSn20 bronze for a musical response