Paiste Rude China 18"
Price 271.56 USD
The sound character of the Paiste Rude China Cymbal is dark, full, raw, and energetic. Has a wide range and complex mix; heavy feel, fairly controllable, and very explosive crash sound. Background: In 1980, Paiste created the Rude China in response to the extreme developments Heavy Metal and Punk which required extreme cutting power and volume - RUDE was re-launched as 3000 RUDE, then 2002 RUDE and returns to its classic RUDE name in 1999. In 2005 the RUDE series was expanded with the introduction of Thin Crash models, bringing more control and sophistication to that series Innovation: First cymbal series without lathing featuring uniform thickness and sound engineering to compete with extreme mid-range frequencies and volume levels Alloy: CuSn8 Bronze, also known as "2002 Bronze" Quality: Professional Production: Manual Craftsmanship - Hand Hammering Applications: Medium loud to very loud - Live and Recording - Punk, Heavy Metal, Modern Metal derivatives, and contemporary styles rooted in or similar to those styles Users: Working Musicians, Enthusiasts - All players who need raw energy and extreme cutting power without sacrificing musical cymbal sound Sound: Raw, lively, bright, energetic, with heavy mid-range harmonics and powerful, cutting characteristics Looks: Funky, raw surface texture with deep brown to beige and greenish hues featuring prominent hammering patterns - Prominent, classic RUDE white silk screening Recognition: Attracted a wide following and gained popularity beyond their typical musical application - RUDE retains a faithful following and has become a classic cymbal sound China: 18" Weight: heavy Volume: loud to very loud Stick Sound: fairly pingy Intensity: lively Sustain: medium Bell Character: integrated