Paiste PST 3 Ride 20 in. – Ride Cymbal

Product Overview

The Paiste PST 3 Ride 20 in. is a 20" Ride cymbal from the PST 3 series. Manufactured from MS63 Brass alloy, it is designed for multi-purpose use and can be applied across different volume levels, live performances and a broad range of musical styles.

Its tonal character is Warm, Full, Clear. The Medium frequency range and Somewhat Clean frequency mix provide a balanced and controlled overall sound.

The Soft, Balanced feel delivers a smooth and balanced response during playing. A Sizzling Ping over a Full Wash provides clear Ride articulation while maintaining a full sonic foundation. The Balanced stick sound, Medium Lively response and Medium Long sustain make the model suitable for both rhythmic timekeeping and expressive Ride patterns.

The Full, Pronounced, Fairly Integrated bell character provides clear and expressive bell articulation. Overall, the construction delivers a controllable and versatile Ride for multi-purpose applications.

Features

• 20" Ride cymbal
• PST 3 series
• MS63 Brass alloy
• Medium Heavy weight
• Soft to Loud volume
• Medium tonal character
• Medium frequency range
• Somewhat Clean frequency mix
• Balanced stick sound
• Medium Lively response
• Medium Long sustain
• Full, Pronounced, Fairly Integrated bell
• Soft, Balanced feel
• Warm, Full, Clear sound character
• Sizzling Ping over a Full Wash
• Controllable and multi-purpose Ride character

Technical Specifications

• Model: PST 3 Ride
• Series: PST 3
• Product Type: Ride
• Size: 20"
• Diameter: 20"
• Alloy: MS63 Brass
• Weight: Medium Heavy
• Volume: Soft to Loud
• Sound Color: Medium
• Frequency Range: Medium
• Frequency Mix: Clean
• Stick Sound: Balanced
• Response Intensity: Medium
• Sustain: Medium
• Bell Character: Integrated
• Feel: Soft
• Sound Character: Warm, Full, Clear
• Ride Character: Sizzling Ping over a Full Wash
• Application Character: Controllable Ride for Multi-purpose Application

Connections and Controls

The Paiste PST 3 Ride 20 in. is a passive acoustic cymbal and therefore has no electronic inputs or outputs, power connection or electronic control interface.

Its sound character is shaped by playing dynamics, striking position and performance technique. The bow area is primarily used for Ride articulation, while the bell provides additional accents and articulation.

Body and Construction

The cymbal is manufactured from MS63 Brass alloy and belongs to the Medium Heavy weight category. Its 20" size provides a broad sonic foundation and a full wash character suitable for Ride playing.

The construction combines Balanced stick sound, Medium Lively response and Medium Long sustain. The Full, Pronounced, Fairly Integrated bell provides additional articulation and accents within Ride patterns.

Applications

• Acoustic drum kits
• Live performance
• Studio and recording
• Rehearsal and practice
• Ride patterns
• Timekeeping
• Bell accents
• Different dynamic levels
• Different musical styles
• Versatile and multi-purpose Ride applications