Independent
About
Paiste Artist Since
January 2026
Nationality
United States
Main Affiliation
Independent
Website
www.playwhatsnotthere.net
„Paiste cymbals are honestly perfection. They record like nothing else. Always balanced, wide and really dynamic. They cut through a mix, but never get in the way. Incredible“
Setup
Cymbals listed from left to right
15" Formula 602 Classic Medium Hi-Hat
18" Formula 602 Modern Essentials Crash
22" Formula 602 Modern Essentials Crash
18" Formula 602 Classic Medium
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Biography
Kosta G. is a recording and touring musician based in Los Angeles, CA. He has recorded and performed with artists including Luke Temple, LP, Adam Lambert, Emile Mosseri, Delicate Steve, and Fruit Bats among others. He also tours extensively across North America and Europe with his band RIO KOSTA. From Florida to NYC, he has been a resident in LA for the past ten years and continues to collaborate and produce artists at his studio.
Setup Cymbals
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Details
Sizes: 16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
Volume: Medium
Weight: Medium
Sound character: Fairly bright, full, forceful, clear. Medium wide range, clean mix. Fairly soft feel. Full, explosive attack with quick response. Multifunctional cymbal with full, strong crash sound and very effective, light, silvery ride character.
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Details
Sizes: 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Volume: Medium
Weight: Medium
Sound character: Full, warm, brilliant, shimmering, deep. Fairly wide range, complex mix. Quick response, fairly soft feel. Rich, strong crash sound with open low end and shimmering highs. Very versatile, responsive crash cymbal suitable for numerous musical styles.
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Details
Sizes: 14", 15"
Volume: Medium
Weight: Medium
Sound character: Rich, warm, full, silvery with a light touch. Wide range, fairly complex mix. Soft feel, easy to control. Lively, responsive and warm open sound. Full, precise chick sound. Versatile hi-hat for medium loud settings, perfectly suited for studio applications.
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