Paiste PST3 18" Crash / Ride
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Paiste
PST3 18" Crash / Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
179115
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
PST3 18" Crash / Ride
Category:
18" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$84.70
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Paiste PST3 18in Crash/Ride is a solid, budget-friendly option for gigging musicians or students. It’s a real workhorse, offering a bright, focused sound that cuts through a mix, and its dual functionality makes it a great space-saver. Perfect for rock, pop, and lighter styles where versatility is key.
Product Description
- Paiste PST3 18" Crash / Ride Cymbal
- 18" Crash/Ride Cymbal
- Size: 18"
- Paiste Sound Technology Series
- Energetic
- fully focussing sounding crash / ride cymbal
- Balanced
- even playing feel
- Multi-functional application with fast
- powerful crash sounds and soft
- clear ride qualities
- Made of brass
PROS
- • Bright, energetic sound ideal for rock, pop, and lighter genres.
- • Versatile design works well as both a crash and ride.
- • Paiste’s PST3 bronze offers a consistently reliable, affordable quality.
- • Balanced stick feel provides comfortable and controlled playing.
CONS
- • Lacks the complex overtones of higher-end Paiste cymbals.
- • The brass alloy produces a somewhat thin, less sustain than premium models.
- • Not suited for heavier styles like metal or jazz requiring darker tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
Paiste Bronze (PST3)
Finish
Brushed/Lathed
Sound Character
Bright, Energetic, Balanced
Bell Size
3.75 in
Weight
Medium
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*Note:* Cymbals, stands and other hardware not included
Frequently Asked Questions
PST3 bronze is a more affordable alloy, lacking the complexity and nuanced overtones of the higher-end lines. It's still a quality cymbal, just positioned for a different price point.
While it can be used, its bright and thin nature won't deliver the dark, powerful sound typically desired for metal. It might sound a bit harsh and brittle.
It's a decent ride, especially for beginners or those needing a secondary cymbal. The bell provides a clear stick definition, but it's not as wash-filled as a dedicated ride.
