For the manufacture of PST 5 cymbals Paiste uses the same high-grade bronze alloy as in their professional class, which became famous through their 2002 series. The combination of this sonorous bronze with their new production method provides drummers with new sound dimensions, and due to the rich program, with numerous possibilities to design an individual cymbal set.

14 in. Rock Hats Features
Weight: medium top / medium heavy bottom

Volume: medium to very loud

Stick sound: very pronounced, crisp and clear

Intensity: lively

Sustain: medium long

Chick sound: very defined and crisp

Sound character: very energetic, cutting and defined with good overall responsive feel. Fairly wide range, clean mix with a nice layer of warmth. A very solid hi-hat for all-purpose Rock settings.

16 in. Rock Crash Features
Weight: heavy

Volume: medium to very loud

Stick sound: fairly washy

Intensity: lively

Sustain: long

Bell character: integrated

Sound character: bright, full, energetic. Medium range with a fairly clean mix. Heavy, explosive feel. Massive crash with cutting power and projection. Well suited for higher volume musical settings. Well suited for crash/ride type playing patterns.

20 in. Rock Ride Features

Weight: extra heavy

Volume: medium to very loud

Stick sound: pronounced, balanced, strong

Intensity: lively

Sustain: long

Bell character: fully integrated

Sound character: bright, full, cutting. Clear and focused. Medium range and strong mix. Glassy ping over constant,… read more massive wash. Very controllable ride with good responsive feel, well suited for higher volume musical settings. read less