Paiste PST3 18" China
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Paiste
PST3 18" China
Product Info
Article Number:
179111
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
PST3 18" China
Category:
18" China Cymbals
Price:
$91.30
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Paiste PST3 18' China is a solid, affordable choice for drummers needing a reliable accent cymbal. It's got a nice sizzle and a darker tone that cuts through a mix well – great for rock, pop, and even some funk where you want that aggressive China sound without spending a fortune.
Product Description
- Paiste PST3 18" China
- China Cymbal
- Paiste Sound Technology 3 series
- Made from a highly musical brass/copper alloy
- Size: 18"
- Exotic
- direct
- full-bodied China cymbal
- Clear sound mixture
- Medium frequency range
- Rather dark
- dirty base tone with rough character
- Ideal for short musical accents
- Medium weight
PROS
- • Bright brass/copper alloy delivers a distinctive, cutting sizzle.
- • The medium weight offers a responsive feel for quick accents.
- • PST3 series provides excellent value without sacrificing Paiste quality.
- • Its darker undertones prevent it from sounding overly harsh or brittle.
CONS
- • Lacks the complexity and sustain of higher-end Paiste China cymbals.
- • The 'dirty' character might not suit all musical styles, like clean jazz.
- • Limited dynamic range; excels at accents, less ideal for wash.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
Brass/Copper Alloy
Finish
Brushed/Lathed
Sound Character
Exotic, direct, dark, dirty
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Signature series offers a more complex, nuanced sound with more sustain, but at a considerably higher price point. This PST3 is a more budget-friendly option for a similar, albeit less refined, effect.
The 'dirty' tone is inherent to the PST3 series, but you can slightly reduce it by focusing on striking the cymbal closer to the bell.
Yes, the PST3 18' China is loud enough for most live situations, especially when combined with a well-balanced drum kit.
