Sabian 19″ Paragon Chinese
This cymbal responds with remarkable sensitivity—bring it to a roar using just a finger. The 19″ Paragon Chinese is an extremely thin cymbal with a very small bell and steeply angled bow that delivers a dark, agitated character designed in collaboration with legendary Rush drummer Neil Peart. Built from pure B20 bronze with aggressive HHX super-sized hammering, it offers the dynamic responsiveness and musicality that Peart spent years seeking.
Construction & Design
Handcrafted from pure Sabian B20 bronze, the Paragon Chinese features an innovative mix of sound-defining techniques drawn from the AA, AAX, and HH series. The wide flanged lip with aggressive HHX super-sized hammering creates maximum sensitivity and an open response that activates effortlessly even under light contact—ideal for capturing nuanced cymbal textures in the studio.
Tone & Character
The response is very open and easy to activate, delivering a dirty, agitated sound with dark overtones that cuts through dense mixes without muddiness. This cymbal excels in recording sessions demanding dynamic range and powerful projection without sacrificing control at lower volumes, making it equally effective for intimate acoustic tracking and aggressive electric work.
Key Features
- 19″ Chinese cymbal size
- Pure Sabian B20 bronze construction
- Extremely thin profile with very small bell
- Short, steeply angled bow
- Wide flanged lip with aggressive HHX super-sized hammering
- Weight range: 1075g–1376g (median 1251g)
- Highly responsive and easy to activate
- Dark, agitated tone character
- Designed in collaboration with Neil Peart
- Production period: 2004–Present
- Protected by Sabian two-year warranty
The Paragon Chinese delivers the dark, responsive character that defines modern China cymbal performance across studio recording and live applications.
