Paiste PST 7
Paiste · PST 7
Swiss sound. Fair price.
Traditional sound, classic look, true Paiste feel: PST 7 is the affordable series for drummers who like it warm, clear and airy – in three weight classes for every style of music.
- CuSn8Bronzethe same alloy as the 2002 series
- 3Weight classesLight · Medium · Heavy
- 21Cymbals & setsfrom splash to complete set
- CHSwiss madelathed by hand
The series
Paiste Sound Technology
At Paiste, PST stands for first-class manufactured cymbals and high-quality sound design at an affordable price. PST 7 is made for drummers who like a traditional sound, look and feel.
It is based on CuSn8 bronze – the same alloy as the legendary 2002 series. Swiss craftsmen lathe the cymbals by hand to give them their distinctive traditional look and finish. The result: a warm and clear overall sound.
- AlloyCuSn8 bronzealso known as “2002 bronze”
- SoundBright & airytraditional, clean, with warmth and definition
- ApplicationsAll volume settingslive playing and casual recording
- StylesAll music stylesthree weight classes
- Since2014Paiste Sound Technology
Your sound
Light, medium or heavy?
All three weight classes in the official Paiste videos – listen in and find your volume.
Light / Thin
Fine & fast
Thinner cymbals respond quickly and sound softer – ideal for quieter music, small rooms, jazz, pop and acoustic gigs.
Medium
The all-rounder
The balanced middle: enough punch for the band, enough finesse for quiet songs. Fits almost any style.
Heavy
Loud & cutting
Heavier cymbals deliver more volume, attack and sustain – made for rock, metal and big stages.
For special accents: China 14" and 18", Splash 10" and the Effects set – all in the “Effects” tab.
Cymbal basics
Quickly explained
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What do thin, medium and heavy mean?
It describes the weight or thickness of the cymbal. Thin cymbals respond faster and sound softer and shorter. Heavy cymbals are louder, with more attack and a longer sustain. Medium sits in between and is the most versatile all-rounder.
Set or single cymbals?
A set is the most affordable way in: hi-hat, crash and ride are matched in sound. Single cymbals make sense when you want to expand your setup or swap specific cymbals – for example a second crash or a china for accents.
What is CuSn8 bronze?
CuSn8 is a bronze made of about 92% copper and 8% tin. Paiste also uses this alloy for its well-known 2002 series. It stands for a bright, clear and cutting sound.
What are crash, ride, hi-hat, china and splash for?
- Hi-hat: keeps time in the groove, opened and closed with your foot.
- Ride: for steady patterns, with a clear bell in the centre.
- Crash: for accents, transitions and climaxes.
- China: trashy and aggressive – an effect with character.
- Splash: small, fast and bright for short accents.
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