For sale is a unique and exceptionally musical 15” Paiste hybrid hi-hat pair, featuring a 2005 Paiste Signature Medium Light Hi-Hat Top paired with a vintage 1982 Paiste 2002 Heavy Hi-Hat Bottom.

This custom combination spans two iconic eras of Paiste craftsmanship. The Signature top delivers the glassy, refined articulation that made the Signature series a modern classic, while the vintage 2002 bottom provides the powerful projection and unmistakable musicality that helped define countless recordings of the late 1970s and early 1980s.

The result is a versatile, professional-quality set of hi-hats with exceptional clarity, a strong foot chick, and a rich, complex voice that works across virtually any style of music.

Cymbal Details

Top Cymbal

• Paiste Signature Medium Light Hi-Hat Top
• Size: 15”
• Weight: 1075g
• Serial Number: 05088858
• Production Year: 2005
• Made in Switzerland

Bottom Cymbal

• Paiste 2002 Heavy Hi-Hat Bottom
• Size: 15”
• Weight: 1264g
• Serial Number: 254576
• Production Year: 1982
• Made in Switzerland

Combined Weight: 2339g

Sound Profile

This pairing creates a larger, deeper hi-hat sound than traditional 14” hats while maintaining excellent stick definition and responsiveness.

The Signature top provides:

• Clean articulation
• Silky shimmer
• Fast response
• Refined high-end detail

The vintage 2002 heavy bottom contributes:

• Strong projection
• Powerful foot chick
• Excellent definition
• Added body and stability
• The warm, musical character associated with early Swiss-made 2002 cymbals

Together they produce:

• Crisp and articulate closed sounds
• Warm, musical half-open textures
• Rich slosh without excessive wash
• Strong foot response
• Excellent studio and live versatility

These hats perform beautifully in rock, pop, worship, funk, fusion, country, and modern session work.

Condition

Both cymbals are in Very Good used condition.

• No cracks
• No keyholing
• No edge damage
• No flea bites
• No repairs or modifications
• Fully functional and structurally sound

Cosmetically, there are signs of normal use, including stick marks, fingerprints, oxidation, and surface wear consistent with age and professional use. The Signature logo has mostly worn away on the top cymbal, which is common on older Signature models.

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A Unique Cross-Era Paiste Pairing

Many drummers intentionally mix Paiste series to create custom hi-hat combinations that aren’t available from the factory. This pairing is especially interesting because it combines:

• A 2005 Signature Series top
• A 1982 vintage 2002 bottom

The lighter Signature top opens easily and delivers exceptional articulation, while the heavier vintage 2002 bottom keeps the sound focused, powerful, and musical. The result is a set of hats that feel lively under the stick while retaining the authority and projection needed for louder musical settings.

Specifications

• Brand: Paiste
• Size: 15”
• Top: Signature Medium Light Hi-Hat Top
• Bottom: 2002 Heavy Hi-Hat Bottom
• Top Weight: 1075g
• Bottom Weight: 1264g
• Combined Weight: 2339g
• Top Serial: 05088858 (2005)
• Bottom Serial: 254576 (1982)
• Made in Switzerland

Summary

A fantastic custom Paiste hi-hat combination pairing the smooth sophistication of a 2005 Signature top with the power and character of a vintage 1982 2002 heavy bottom. Crisp, musical, versatile, and impossible to find as a factory-produced set.

The cymbals shown are the exact cymbals you will receive and will be professionally packed for safe shipment.