Paiste 20" PST8 Reflector Rock Ride

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Paiste 20" PST8 Reflector Rock Ride

Paiste

20" PST8 Reflector Rock Ride

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 278825
Brand: Paiste
Model: 20" PST8 Reflector Rock Ride
Price: $207.90

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This PST8 Reflector Rock Ride is a real workhorse for rock and metal drummers needing a bright, powerful sound. The Reflector finish adds a cool visual element and a touch of shimmer, while the solid bell gives you some serious crash power. It’s a great option if you're after a dependable, high-volume ride without breaking the bank.

Product Description

  • Paiste 20" PST8 Reflector Rock Ride
  • Ride Cymbal
  • PST8 Series
  • Radiant
  • piercing and full-bodied ride sound
  • Clean
  • defined overall sound over glassy
  • constantly controllable stick attack
  • Powerful
  • solid cymbal bell
  • Perfect for powerful drumming at higher volume
  • PST8 are manufactured with the same legendary B8 bronze that is also used in the 2002 series
  • Traditional hand hammering and the unique Reflector Finish characterise this series
PROS
  • • Bright, cutting sound cuts through dense rock mixes effectively
  • • Reflector finish offers a unique, shimmering wash alongside stick definition
  • • B8 bronze provides a solid, reliable, and durable construction
  • • Bell delivers a powerful, focused crash when desired, versatile for accents
CONS
  • • The 'Radiant' finish can be prone to marking and tarnishing quickly
  • • Sound leans heavily towards a modern, bright rock tone; lacks vintage warmth
  • • Reflector finish can be a little too splashy for very nuanced playing

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Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B8 Bronze
Finish Reflector
Sound Character Bright, piercing, full-bodied, defined
Bell Size 6 in
Weight Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Reflector finish creates a wider, more shimmering wash than a traditional finish, while still retaining a good amount of stick definition.
While designed for rock, it can work in other genres needing a bright, cutting ride, but it’s not ideal for styles requiring a darker, more complex tone.
The PST8 uses the same B8 bronze but lacks the hand-hammering and more complex lathing of the 2002 series, resulting in a brighter, more affordable sound.

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