Paiste 18" PSTX Swiss Flanger Stack

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Paiste 18" PSTX Swiss Flanger Stack

Paiste

18" PSTX Swiss Flanger Stack

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 615593
Brand: Paiste
Model: 18" PSTX Swiss Flanger Stack
Category: Cymbal Stacks
Price: $350.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This Paiste PSTX Flanger Stack is a solid choice for rock, metal, and heavier genres where you need a defined, cutting sound. The rotating design gives you some tonal flexibility, and the build quality is typical Paiste - reliable and ready for the road. It's a great option for drummers who want a distinctive stacked sound without going for the absolute top-tier, premium-priced options.

Product Description

  • Paiste 18" PSTX Swiss Flanger Stack
  • Cymbal Stack
  • Size: 18"
  • PSTX series
  • Silk-matte finish
  • Combination of two different materials: Bronze/brass – the result is a dry
  • assertive sound
  • Mounted on a cymbal stand and rotated depending on the screw position
  • this produces an open or closed sound character
PROS
  • • Dry, assertive sound cuts through dense mixes effectively.
  • • The bronze/brass combination provides a unique, controlled sustain.
  • • Paiste’s PSTX series offers excellent durability for gigging.
  • • Rotating design allows for dynamic sound shaping on the fly.
CONS
  • • The 'dry' nature limits versatility for softer, washier playing styles.
  • • PSTX series isn’t Paiste’s flagship, so premium tonal complexity is absent.
  • • Stacking cymbals inherently introduce a louder, more aggressive sound.

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Key Features

Size 18in
Material Bronze/Brass Alloy
Components Two 18in PSTX cymbals & internal flanger mechanism
Sound Character Dry, assertive, controllable, dynamic
Weight Approximately 2.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Rotating the stack changes the amount of contact between the cymbals, creating a more open, washy sound when rotated further, and a tighter, more focused sound when closer.
No, PSTX cymbals are known for their drier, more controlled response compared to Paiste’s Signature or Reference series; this stack maintains that character.
While technically possible, the assertive sound and inherent volume make it less ideal than more traditional, softer-sounding cymbal pairings for those genres.

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