This Paiste 505 Cymbal is a very good-condition cymbal. This unit has not been functionally tested by our team. Please review all photos carefully, as they provide an accurate representation of the cosmetic condition of the product.
The Paiste 505 is a vintage Swiss-made cymbal produced between 1978 and 1986, crafted from Paiste's 2002 Bronze (CuSn8 alloy). Its dual lathing follows a similar pattern to the 2002 series, but with simpler, evenly spaced coarse lathing and less extensive hammering, giving it a distinctive character: a bright, pingy stick sound with a somewhat glassy, dirty wash underneath. It sits in an interesting middle ground - crashable when pushed, yet focused enough for ride work across a range of styles, though it is best suited to moderate rather than extremely high-volume contexts. Weighing in the region of 2143-2268g, it has the substance expected of a full-size 20" ride.
A great opportunity to own a Paiste 505 Cymbal at this price point.