Paiste PST 3 Cymbals - The Best Way to Start with Paiste
The Paiste PST 3 is Paiste's entry-level cymbal range - designed to give beginner drummers a reliable, consistent, and good-sounding cymbal setup at the most accessible price in the Paiste lineup. Built with the same attention to quality that defines the brand, the PST 3 delivers a bright, clear Paiste tone that works well for practice, lessons, and early gigging - giving you a solid foundation to develop your playing without outgrowing your cymbals too quickly.
The range covers all the essentials, with two box sets making it easy to get a complete setup in one purchase.
Shop the Paiste PST 3 Range
Box Sets - The PST 3 Universal Pack for a complete hi-hat, crash, and ride setup, and the PST 3 Effects Pack for drummers who want to add China and splash cymbals to their setup
Hi-Hats - 13" and 14" options for a bright, responsive feel suited to a wide range of styles
Crash Cymbals - 14" and 16" crashes for a bright, cutting attack
Ride Cymbal - 20" ride for clear stick definition and a controlled sound
Crash Ride - 18" crash ride for a versatile dual-purpose cymbal
Effects - 10" splash and 18" China for drummers who want to expand their setup
Why Choose Paiste PST 3 Cymbals?
Genuine Paiste Quality - Backed by over a century of cymbal-making expertise at an entry-level price
Bright, Clear Tone - The same Paiste character found across the full range, scaled for beginners
Complete Box Sets Available - Get everything you need to start playing in one purchase
A Natural Starting Point - The ideal first step before progressing to the PST 5, PST 7, or 900 Series
Reliable and Consistent - Built to perform through lessons, practice, and early gigs
The PST3 Series from Paiste brings you great value for money with top quality Cymbals at affordable prices. Definitely a great crash cymbal for your drum kit! Paiste’s Pst3 Crash Cymbal brings you an even, responsive feel and explosive attack. It has a medium range and fairly clean mix making it a great versatile crash for all-purpose playing.
The PST3 Series from Paiste brings you great value for money with top quality Cymbals at affordable prices. Definitely a great crash cymbal for your drum kit! Paiste’s Pst3 Crash Cymbal brings you an even, responsive feel and explosive attack. It has a medium range and fairly clean mix making it a great versatile crash for all-purpose playing.
The PST3 Series from Paiste brings you great value for money with top quality Cymbals at affordable prices. This Paiste Crash/Ride is a great multi-purpose cymbal with fast and powerful crash qualities combined with soft and mellow ride qualities. It has a even, balanced feel and somewhat narrow range with a fairly clean mix. The ideal Crash/Ride Cymbal for any drum set up. A Truly great Cymbal.
The PST3 Series from Paiste brings you great value for money with top quality Cymbals at affordable prices. Paiste’s Pst3 China Cymbal is fairly dark and trashy with a slightly raw edge for short accents in many musical settings. This China would make a great addition to any kit!
The PST3 Series from Paiste brings you great value for money with top quality Cymbals at affordable prices. This Pst3 Ride brings you a soft, balanced feel with a sizzling ping over a full wash. A great, controllable ride for multi-purpose application. This Ride would look and sound great on any kit and is without doubt one of the best value for money among the Ride cymbals available.
The PST3 Series from Paiste brings you great value for money with top quality Cymbals at affordable prices. Paiste’s Pst3 Hi Hat pair provides you with a mellow, defined chick sound with a slight hiss and a bright, full, controlled open sound. A great all-purpose Hi Hat with a good controllable overall feel. These Pst3 14” Hi Hats provide a high quality sound and great durability at an affordable price!
The PST3 Series from Paiste brings you great value for money with top quality Cymbals at affordable prices. Paiste’s Pst3 Hi Hat pair provides you with a mellow, defined chick sound with a slight hiss and a bright, full, controlled open sound. A great all-purpose Hi Hat with a good controllable overall feel. These Pst3 14” Hi Hats provide a high quality sound and great durability at an affordable price!
The PST3 Series from Paiste brings you great value for money with top quality Cymbals at affordable prices. Paiste’s Pst3 Hi Hat pair provides you with a mellow, defined chick sound with a slight hiss and a bright, full, controlled open sound. A great all-purpose Hi Hat with a good controllable overall feel. These Pst3 14” Hi Hats provide a high quality sound and great durability at an affordable price!
The Paiste PST3 Universal is a nicely packed set of cymbals developed to add fierce presence to your kit. This full set includes a 14" hi-hat, a 16" crash, and a 20" ride, all loaded into a tour-style box. Developed by cymbal-giants, Paiste, this pack will give any beginner's kit a worthy upgrade on the standard cymbals it came with.
The Paiste PST-3 Pack: Powerful & Clear
Each cymbal has been carefully shaped from brass alloy to produce a universal sound that suits any playing style and any playing level. The sound is clear, clean, and ultimately powerful, and takes things a little step further than the cheaper 101 Brass range.
The PST3 Series from Paiste brings you great value for money with top quality Cymbals at affordable prices. Powerful Cymbals for intermediate students and seasoned players. Paiste uses high-precision manufacturing and finishing techniques to deliver improved tonality and shimmer.
THISSETINCLUDES:
10” Splash Cymbal
18” China Cymbal
Buy Paiste PST 3 Cymbals from a Specialist UK Drum Store
Into Music Store stocks the full Paiste PST 3 range online and in our physical store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. If you're buying your first cymbal setup or looking for a reliable beginner option from a trusted brand, our team can help you choose the right PST 3 box set or individual cymbals for your needs. As a specialist drum store UK drummers rely on for honest advice, we're happy to help you find the best starting point for your budget - visit us in person to try before you buy.
When you're ready to step up, the Paiste PST 5 and PST 7 offer a natural progression from the PST 3, with the 900 Series and 2002 available for drummers who want to move into professional territory. We offer next day delivery options across the UK on all Paiste PST 3 cymbals. Browse the full range above or get in touch for advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Paiste PST 3 is Paiste's entry-level cymbal range, designed for beginner drummers who want a reliable, good-sounding setup at an accessible price. The range includes hi-hats, crash cymbals, a ride, a crash ride, a China cymbal, a splash, and two box sets - covering everything a beginner needs to get started.
Yes - the Paiste PST 3 is one of the best beginner cymbal options available from a major brand. It delivers a bright, clear Paiste tone that works well for practice, lessons, and early gigging, and the box sets make it easy to get a complete setup in one purchase at a competitive price.
The PST 3 Universal Pack includes hi-hats, a crash, and a ride - a complete three-cymbal setup ideal for most beginners. The PST 3 Effects Pack adds China and splash cymbals for drummers who want to expand their setup with effects cymbals. Both offer excellent value for money.
The PST 3 is Paiste's most affordable entry-level range, suited to beginners and those just starting out. The PST 5 and PST 7 are a step up in tone complexity and playability, better suited to developing drummers and gigging musicians who want more from their cymbals. The PST 3 is the natural starting point before progressing through the PST range.
The Paiste PST 3 suits a wide range of styles including rock, pop, and general practice. The bright, clear Paiste tone works well across most musical contexts, making it a versatile choice for beginner drummers who are still exploring different styles and genres.
Yes - next day delivery options are available across the UK on all Paiste PST 3 cymbals and box sets. You can also visit our drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire to try them in person before you buy.
