Signature is a creatively
daring collection of sounds that pull you into the minds and music of today s
great players. With exclusive innovations ranging from new takes on traditional
classics to futuristic concepts, this diverse and unique collection of cymbals
and sound pushes the limits by challenging all possibilities.
The Paragon Diamondback Chinese
Cymbal is handcrafted from premium Sabian B20 cast bronze and features the rich
gold logo markings exclusive to the Paragon series. To create a rich high-low
response when the jingles and cymbal vibrate together, the jingles are of
brighter sounding B8 bronze. This combination of B20 and B8 increases the
complexity of sound produced. Loud and direct, with a dry, articulate attack,
this model is great for crashing, riding, accenting and differs totally from the
19 inch model.
The 20 inch Paragon Diamondback Chinese is the latest collaboration between
legendary Rush drummer Neil Peart and award-winning cymbal maker Sabian. The
thin, highly responsive model features a wide-flanged circumference punctuated
by industrial cotter pins holding a total of four jingles that vibrate when the
cymbal is struck. To increase the sound, the jingles are positioned in the
shallow of the flange so they vibrate on both the bow and the edge, while a
single rivet is positioned between each of the four jingle placements.
As with all Paragon models, the Diamondback combines various hammering and
lathing styles including a hand hammered bell. Jumbo-sized HHX dimpling is
applied specifically to the bow and lip after the lathing process in an effort
to lower the fundamental pitch of the cymbal and give it a dark tone.
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The latest and greatest live recording from Rush!
"While recording Snakes and Arrows," says Rush s Neal Peart, "I used the
Diamondback prominently in such songs as The Larger Bowl and The Main Monkey
Business, where it delivers a wispy, haunting ride effect with the sizzle of
rivets and tambourine jingles. It also added a subtle accent in songs such as
the opening track, Far Cry. "
Sabian was founded in late 1981. Since that time Sabian has become a world
recognized top selling brand for cymbals and percussion instruments. Sabian
offers high quality products at affordable prices. When you buy a Sabian product
you are buying only the best. Sabian cymbal cases and bags provide a sharp,
tasteful way to protect your cymbals and sticks.
