Paiste 22" Sound Creation Bell Ride - Rare New Old Stock (NOS) - 1981 - 3610g

Product Description: Up for sale is a museum-grade 1981 Paiste Sound Creation Bell Ride 22" in New Old Stock (NOS) condition.

The Sound & Feel:

At 3610 grams, this Bell Ride is designed for clarity, projection, and extreme musicality.

• The Bell: Massive and "separated" from the wash. It is clear, loud, and harmonically rich—perfect for rock, fusion, or any setting where you need the bell to cut through a mix.
• The Bow: Offers a distinct, "pingy" stick definition with a controlled, dark wash that never gets out of hand.
• Overall Character: Powerful yet sophisticated, with the unmistakable warmth of the vintage Sound Creation B20 alloy.

Important Condition Note: This Bell Ride is unplayed and has never seen a drumstick. It was held in a music store's inventory for over 40 years, where it was displayed and occasionally moved. As a result of this long-term exhibition and handling, the cymbal features a heavy, legitimate vintage patina and minor surface marks from being handled in a retail environment. These are purely cosmetic and do not affect the structural integrity or the pristine, unplayed edges and mounting hole. It is a rare opportunity to own a "brand new" vintage Paiste with 40+ years of natural aging.

Sound & Specifications: At 3610 grams, this is a powerful, articulate ride with a legendary "separated" bell sound that cuts through any mix with musicality and warmth.

• Serial: 131870 (1981)
• Weight: 3610g
• Condition: NOS (Exhibition/Handling marks present)