Sound Development at Mosico
Our Sound Development team is the heart of Mosico’s innovation. This specialized R&D group brings together decades of expertise, including key production personnel, experienced drummers, and master artisans. Together, we pool our diverse knowledge and passion to execute the continuous search for new and inspiring sounds.
We begin by actively reviewing feedback from drummers and percussionists from around the world. We interpret and formulate a deep understanding of their sound needs, translating these insights into a specific sonic idea. This idea is then transformed into production parameters, and the journey of crafting prototypes begins.
These prototypes are meticulously reviewed and revised, over and over, until they perfectly match our original sonic vision. Our finished prototypes are then evaluated by our partner artists and professional drummers, who test their usefulness and accuracy in real-world settings. Further changes are made until a final prototype is declared the master cymbal—the definitive model that guides our full-scale production process.
We also drive innovation through our own creative efforts. Through ongoing experimentation and pure research, we are constantly discovering or inventing new alloys, exploring unique instrument shapes, and developing cutting-edge production methods. This commitment to both listening to the world and leading with our own discoveries ensures that Mosico cymbals are always at the forefront of musical expression.

Erik Paiste, Kaspar Rast, Stefan Odermatt, Arno Troxler