The sound character of the Paiste Signature Thin China is fairly trashy, bright attack, and low wash. Has a wide frequency range and fairly clean mix. Size range allows everything from quick accents to complex ride playing. Expect an explosive response and fast fade. Looks: Variety of surface structures and looks - Hammering and lathing patterns range from complex to delicate - Elegant, classic black silk screening Background: In 1989, Paiste wanted to create the ultimate cymbal sound with traditionally typical Paiste characteristics and expanded sound horizons beyond 1980"s cymbal program Innovation: First cymbal series created from patented bronze specifically developed for cymbals Alloy: Patented signature bronze Quality: Professional Production: Manual Craftsmanship - Hand Hammering, Hand Lathing, Proprietary Methods Applications: All volume settings - Live and Recording - Entire range of music styles Working Musicians and demanding players with precise requirements who need fully developed model character in their cymbals will love the Paiste Thin China. Recognition: Received widespread critical acclaim - Generally accepted as the ultimate in characteristic Paiste Sound Weight: medium Volume: soft to medium loud Stick Sound: washy Intensity: lively Sustain: medium short Bell Character: integrated