Paiste, from Switzerland, are one of the world’s biggest manufacturers of cymbals. According to their website, the correct pronouciation of Paiste is ‘pie-stee’. The name derives from the Finnish word meaning ‘Shine’.
Naturally Paiste are a popular supplier of a range of hi-hats, crashes and ride cymbals.
Check out Iron Maiden’s drummer Nicko McBrain – and his Paiste Cymbals setup below:
