Paiste 2002 20" Power Crash
Group: Crashes
Type: Power Crash
Size: 20 Inch
Series: 2002
Weight: 2165g (2003 Serial Number), 2174g (2008 Serial Number), 2185g, 2197g, 2230g
Median Weight: 2185g (n=5)
Years of production: 1994 - ?, 2003 - Present
Sound file: 2002 20" Power Crash
2002 20" Power Crash
2002 20" Power Crash
2002 20" Power Crash
2002 20" Power Crash
2002 20" Power Crash
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Review: "The 2002 Classic Power Crashes are heavier and slightly higher in pitch than their thin cousins. They had an explosive, bright, cutting impact that quickly opened up, with a wash that played out evenly through a long decay. The 16" Power Crash was very versatile, and would make a good general crash in any charged situation.
The 18"- and especially the 20"- Power Crashes had a lot to offer. As crashes that produce maximum impact and volume, one couldn't wish for more. But these two cymbals were also large and heavy enough to work effectively as rides. These bonus characteristics were more evident in the 20". Protracted riding on it built up a swell and crescendo that was a musically effective lead-in to the point at which I finally crashed on it.
The bells of the 18" and 20" cymbals were also interesting. They had a sound that was slightly separated from the body of the cymbal- a sort of tangy ring. Very distinctive."
Review written by Martin Patmos ("Product Close-up - New Paiste Signature and 2002 Classic Models - Smooth Rides and Big Crashes", Modern Drummer, June 2004, p.33)
Artist/song where it can be heard: Paul Bostaph, Alex Gonzalez, Jimmy DeGrasso, Dave Grohl, John Keeble, Eric Kretz, Nicko McBrain
