• Product: Ultra-Rare Discontinued Vintage Paiste Signature Series 22" Dark Metal Ride Cymbal. An early-production masterpiece crafted from Paiste's proprietary crystal-sound bronze alloy (PAT.#4,809,581). Highly coveted for its striking raw look and premium Swiss precision.

• Sound & Sonic Character: * Features a hard, heavy, and exceptionally clear stick articulation (ping) with a deep, dark, and complex underlying wash.

  • Known for its magnificent cutting power that remains musical and seamlessly blends into any live or studio mix. Perfect for heavy rock, metal, jazz, and progressive drumming styles.

• Condition: Excellent / Near Mint Condition (Collector's Quality)

  • Extremely well-preserved with minimal signs of cosmetic handling.

  • Absolutely no cracks, no keyholing, no flea bites (rim nicks), and no warping. The logos are clean and bold. Please inspect the high-resolution photos to verify the premium quality.

• Included Accessories:

  • Paiste Signature 22" Dark Metal Ride Cymbal

  • Authentic Paiste Dedicated Cymbal Case

  • (Note: The cymbal stand shown in the photos is for display purposes only and is NOT included).

[Specs & Size (Official Core Dimensions)]

• Diameter: 22.00 in (Approx. 55.8 cm)

• Weight: Approx. 7.93 lbs - 8.15 lbs (Approx. 3.6 kg - 3.7 kg) Heavy/Extra Heavy weight class

Genuine Japanese domestic market sourced product. The early Swiss-made Paiste Signature Dark Metal Ride is a legendary holy-grail cymbal that has long been discontinued, making it nearly impossible to find in overseas markets today—especially in this flawless, non-keyholed condition with its original case. Because of its elite sonic projection, stunning visual presence, and immense scarcity on the global secondary market, this cymbal represents a top-tier premium musical asset that steadily appreciates in value over time.

[About Shipping]

• Packed securely with heavy layers of bubble wrap and reinforced cardboard to protect the edges, and shipped safely from Japan with tracking.

[Notes]

• Sold As-Is. Please inspect the item immediately upon arrival.

• We will ship the item from Japan within 1–2 business days.

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