Very fast, sharp, and biting. Developed with Neil Peart of Rush, the Paragon series blends 2 styles of lathing for a very balanced cymbal tone. With AAX pinpoint lathing on the top and classic Turkish-style AA lathing on the bottom combined with the hand-hammered bell. The pinpoint lathing creates a narrower groove for a fast, lively response on the top, while the traditional AA lathing creates a wider groove for a fuller, richer tone on the bottom side.