PAISTE 5502522 22 MASTERS SWISH

Paiste 5502522 22" Masters Swish Cymbal

The Paiste Masters Swish 22" is a unique, hand-crafted cymbal that blends the characteristics of a ride, crash, and effects cymbal into one expressive voice. With its dark, warm, and exotic tonal profile, the Swish delivers a complex, smoky wash paired with a broad, woody stick sound. Its soft feel and lively response make it incredibly dynamic and controllable, ideal for nuanced ride patterns, atmospheric textures, and mallet swells. Perfect for jazz, experimental, and low-to-medium volume settings, this cymbal offers a distinctive sonic palette that stands out in any setup. 

Features

• Dark, warm, and exotic tonal character with a complex, musical wash
• Multi-functional design: ride, crash, and effects cymbal in one
• Broad, silvery-wooden stick articulation over a deep, smoky wash
• Highly responsive with a soft, controllable feel
• Low, dark crash sound with a trashy, expressive quality
• Excellent for mallet swells and atmospheric playing
• Hand-hammered for unique sonic complexity and character
• Ideal for jazz, fusion, ambient, and experimental music

Specifications

• Model: 5502522
• Size: 22"
• Series: Masters
• Weight: Light
• Volume: Medium
• Sound Color: Dark
• Frequency Range: Medium
• Frequency Mix: Complex / Rough / Rich
• Stick Sound: Washy
• Response Intensity: Lively
• Sustain: Medium
• Bell Character: Integrated
• Feel: Soft
• Material: CuSn20 Traditional Bronze
• Applications: Jazz, ambient, orchestral textures, studio work, and low-to-medium volume performance

Crafted from Paiste’s traditional CuSn20 bronze alloy and shaped through meticulous hand craftsmanship, the Masters Swish offers a truly distinctive sound. Its ability to move seamlessly between ride articulation, crash accents, and shimmering effects makes it a versatile and inspiring addition for drummers seeking depth, texture, and individuality in their cymbal setup.