Paiste PST5 20" Rock Ride '14
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Paiste
PST5 20" Rock Ride '14
Product Info
Article Number:
335976
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
PST5 20" Rock Ride '14
Category:
20" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$170.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Paiste PST5 20 Rock Ride '14 is a solid choice for rock drummers needing a dependable and affordable ride. It cuts through a mix nicely with a clear, bright tone, and the medium-heavy weight makes it controllable even at higher volumes – perfect for gigging musicians or anyone wanting a workhorse ride without spending a fortune.
Product Description
- Paiste PST5 20" Rock Ride '14
- Rock Ride Cymbal
- Size: 20"
- From the new PST5 series
- Material: CuSn8 Bronze (also known as 2002 bronze)
- Slightly thicker ride
- Bright
- clear and musically powerful sound
PROS
- • CuSn8 bronze delivers a bright, responsive, and articulate wash.
- • The slightly heavier weight provides excellent stick definition and control.
- • Its '14 pattern adds a subtle visual flair and slightly alters the stick response.
- • Paiste’s PST5 series offers reliable quality at a budget-friendly price point.
CONS
- • The sound leans toward bright, potentially lacking warmth for some genres.
- • While versatile, it's primarily suited for rock and doesn't excel in softer styles.
- • The bell isn't as prominent or cutting as higher-end ride cymbals.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20in
Material
CuSn8 Bronze (2002 Bronze)
Finish
Brushed with Lathed Holes
Sound Character
Bright, Clear, Musically Powerful
Bell Size
4.5in
Weight
Medium-Heavy
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PST5 '14 is brighter and more direct, lacking the complex overtones and darker character of the Dark Energy series, which are generally more premium-priced.
The pattern subtly alters the cymbal’s vibration, adding a slight complexity to the wash and a touch more stick definition compared to a fully smooth surface.
This ride shines in rock, pop, and modern music where a clear, cutting sound is needed; it’s less ideal for jazz or quieter, more nuanced styles.
