Paiste PST 3 Hi-Hats 14 in. – Hi-Hat Cymbal

Product Overview

The Paiste PST 3 Hi-Hats 14 in. are a 14" Hi-Hat cymbal pair from the PST 3 series. Manufactured from MS63 Brass, the model is designed as an all-purpose Hi-Hat configuration for different playing dynamics and musical styles.

The cymbal pair features a Medium Bright, Clean, Full tonal character. Its Fairly Narrow frequency range and Somewhat Complex frequency mix provide a focused and expressive sound. The Even, Balanced feel delivers stable and controlled response during playing.

In the open position, the Hi-Hat produces a Bright, Full, Controlled Open Sound, while closed playing delivers a Mellow, Defined Chick Sound with a Slight Hiss. The Dry, Pronounced, Slightly Silvery stick sound provides clear rhythmic articulation. Lively response and Medium sustain allow responsive and controlled playing across different dynamic levels.

Features

• 14" Hi-Hat cymbal pair
• PST 3 series
• MS63 Brass alloy
• Medium top / Medium Heavy bottom weight configuration
• Soft to Loud volume
• Medium Bright tonal character
• Clean and Full sound
• Fairly Narrow frequency range
• Somewhat Complex frequency mix
• Dry, Pronounced, Slightly Silvery stick sound
• Lively response
• Medium sustain
• Soft, Tight chick sound
• Even, Balanced feel
• Bright, Full, Controlled Open Sound
• Mellow, Defined Chick Sound with a Slight Hiss
• All-purpose Hi-Hat character
• Good controllable overall feel

Technical Specifications

• Model: PST 3 Hi-Hat
• Series: PST 3
• Product Type: Hi-Hat
• Size: 14"
• Diameter: 14"
• Alloy: MS63 Brass
• Top Cymbal Weight: Medium
• Bottom Cymbal Weight: Medium Heavy
• Volume: Soft to Loud
• Sound Color: Medium Bright
• Frequency Range: Fairly Narrow
• Frequency Mix: Somewhat Complex
• Stick Sound: Dry, Pronounced, Slightly Silvery
• Response Intensity: Lively
• Sustain: Medium
• Chick Sound: Soft, Tight
• Feel: Even, Balanced
• Open Sound: Bright, Full, Controlled
• Chick Character: Mellow, Defined, with a Slight Hiss
• Sound Character: Medium bright, clean, full
• Application Character: All-purpose Hi-Hat with a good controllable overall feel
• SKU: CY0000634014

Connections and Controls

The Paiste PST 3 Hi-Hats 14 in. are passive acoustic cymbals and have no electronic inputs or outputs, power connection or electronic control interface.

The Hi-Hat is used on a dedicated Hi-Hat stand and pedal mechanism. Opening and closing the top and bottom cymbals provides closed, open and intermediate articulations. The sound character changes according to pedal pressure, striking position and playing dynamics.

Body and Construction

The Hi-Hat pair is manufactured from MS63 Brass alloy. The top cymbal has a Medium weight, while the bottom cymbal has a Medium Heavy weight.

This weight configuration provides balanced response between open and closed playing. The PST 3 series combines Paiste's cymbal sound expertise with modern high-tech production methods.

Applications

• Acoustic drum kits
• Live performance
• Studio and recording
• Rehearsal and practice
• Closed Hi-Hat rhythmic patterns
• Open Hi-Hat transitions
• Dynamic Hi-Hat articulation
• Different musical styles
• Playing from Soft to Loud volume levels