14" Paiste Giant Beat Hi-Hat from 1972
14" Paiste Giant Beat Hi-Hat from 1972
Condition & Authenticity
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Sound & Playability
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14" Paiste Giant Beat Hi-Hat Cymbals – 1972
Serial Numbers: #217998 (one cymbal unnumbered, typical of the period)
Weight: Top 830g / Bottom 744g
Condition: Very good vintage condition; small keyhole on the top cymbal, does not affect playability
Sound & Character:
These early-’70s Giant Beat hi-hats deliver a beautifully mellow and warm tone, balanced with a brilliant, hissing shimmer that defines the classic Paiste sound of the era. They offer a medium frequency range with a fairly clean mix, producing a light, woody open sound and a soft, well-defined chick when closed.
Musical, responsive, and expressive, these hi-hats are a true multi-purpose classic, equally at home in rock, blues, pop, jazz, and vintage-inspired setups.
Highlights:
Early 1972 Giant Beat hi-hats
Warm, woody character with shimmering brilliance
Soft, articulate chick and smooth open sound
Classic Paiste feel and musical versatility
Highly sought-after vintage sound
Professionally packed and shipped worldwide from Portugal.