Detail 01
6 inch diameter
Very small. High pitch, near-instant decay. It ticks rather than crashes.
Product detailSKU #1274115039042
Paiste2002 Accent Cymbal 6 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 6-inch accent cymbal from Paiste's 2002 line. Small, high-pitched punctuation for drummers adding sound effects to a kit.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Adding a short, bright ping to fills and transitions
- Drummers building an effects setup beside main cymbals
- Studio work where a small, dry accent is needed
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing a main crash or usable ride
- Drummers wanting sustain or wash from the cymbal
- Players with no free stand space or mounting arm
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Accent cymbal
A dedicated effects piece, not part of the main crash-ride setup. Used for punctuation, not timekeeping.
Detail 03
2002 series
Same CuSn8 bronze as the larger 2002 cymbals. Bright and clear even at this diameter.
Detail 04
$60 price
The cheapest way into the 2002 line. Small size keeps the cost well below a full crash.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No stand, arm, or stacker hardware included
- 02Needs a cymbal stacker or spare boom arm to mount on a full kit
- 03Often stacked over a crash or hi-hat, which requires a compatible stacker
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is an accent cymbal actually used for?
Short, high-pitched punctuation. Hits on fills, transitions, and offbeat accents where a full crash would be too much sound.
02Can I stack this on top of another cymbal?
Yes, stacking is common. You need a stacker post or a stand that lets a second cymbal sit above the first.
03Is 6 inches too small to be useful?
It depends on your playing. At 6 inches it is purely an effect. It will not cover crash or ride duties on any kit.
04Does it need a special stand?
Any cymbal stand with a proper sleeve works. Most drummers mount it on a stacker or a short boom to keep it within reach.
