Paiste PST 7 Cymbals - The Most Versatile PST Range
The Paiste PST 7 is the most comprehensive series in the PST lineup - offering a wider range of cymbal types, sizes, and box set configurations than the PST 3 or PST 5. With a bright, cutting Paiste tone and more tonal complexity than the entry-level PST ranges, the PST 7 is an excellent choice for gigging drummers and intermediate players who want a complete, well-rounded setup without stepping up to the 900 Series or 2002.
Choose from three distinct box sets - Rock, Session, and Universal - or build your own setup from the full range of individual cymbals below.
Why Choose Paiste PST 7 Cymbals?
Three Box Set Configurations - Rock, Session, and Universal sets for different playing styles
Most Versatile PST Range - The widest selection of cymbal types and sizes in the PST lineup
Bright, Cutting Paiste Tone - More tonal complexity than the PST 3 and PST 5
Heavy Options Available - Heavy hi-hats and heavy ride for drummers who need more volume and projection
Ideal for Gigging - Reliable, consistent, and built to perform across a wide range of venues and styles
With the PST7 line Paiste have added an affordable series for drummers who love that traditional sound, look and feel. With Paiste Sound Technology bringing you first-class manufactured cymbals and high quality sound design, lathed by Swiss hand craftsmen to achieve their distinctive traditional look and finish. This precise Swiss manufacturing produces a warm and clear overall sound and by offering three weight classes: light/thin, medium and heavy, the PST7 line has something for every musical style.
STRONG, RICH CRASH SOUND, WELL SUITED FOR CLASSIC ROCK AND OTHER LOUD MUSIC APPLICATIONS.
With the PST7 line Paiste have added an affordable series for drummers who love that traditional sound, look and feel. With Paiste Sound Technology bringing you first-class manufactured cymbals and high quality sound design, lathed by Swiss hand craftsmen to achieve their distinctive traditional look and finish. This precise Swiss manufacturing produces a warm and clear overall sound and by offering three weight classes: light/thin, medium and heavy, the PST7 line has something for every musical style.
STRONG, RICH CRASH SOUND, WELL SUITED FOR CLASSIC ROCK AND OTHER LOUD MUSIC APPLICATIONS.
With the PST7 line Paiste have added an affordable series for drummers who love that traditional sound, look and feel. With Paiste Sound Technology bringing you first-class manufactured cymbals and high quality sound design, lathed by Swiss hand craftsmen to achieve their distinctive traditional look and finish. This precise Swiss manufacturing produces a warm and clear overall sound and by offering three weight classes: light/thin, medium and heavy, the PST7 line has something for every musical style.
STRONG, RICH CRASH SOUND, WELL SUITED FOR CLASSIC ROCK AND OTHER LOUD MUSIC APPLICATIONS.
With the PST7 line Paiste have added an affordable series for drummers who love that traditional sound, look and feel. With Paiste Sound Technology bringing you first-class manufactured cymbals and high quality sound design, lathed by Swiss hand craftsmen to achieve their distinctive traditional look and finish. This precise Swiss manufacturing produces a warm and clear overall sound and by offering three weight classes: light/thin, medium and heavy, the PST7 line has something for every musical style.
STRONG, RICH CRASH SOUND, WELL SUITED FOR CLASSIC ROCK AND OTHER LOUD MUSIC APPLICATIONS.
The PST 7 20'' Heavy Ride Cymbal is the perfect solution for a drummer looking for the heritage, tradition and quality of the Paiste brand, without spending a fortune. The Paiste PST7 series cymbals are made in Switzerland using Paiste's oldest cymbal lathing methods. This 20'' heavy ride is bright and powerful with an energetic volume. It features a cutting, powerful-sounding bell tone and is extremely versatile, ideal for all loud styles of music.
Features
Heavyweight design produces a powerful loud volume
2002 bronze material provides bright energetic overtones
Separated bell character produces a cutting ping sound
The PST7 14" Heavy Hi-Hat cymbals are the perfect solution for a drummer looking for the heritage, traditional and quality of the Paiste brand, without spending a fortune. The brand new Paiste PST7 series cymbals are made in Switzerland using Paiste's oldest cymbal lathing methods. These 14" heavy hi-hats are bright and strong with a brilliant sparkle, with a piercing chick sound. They are extremely energetic and suitable for loud styles of music such as rock and heavy metal.
Features
Crafted from Meinl's 2002 bronze allows for a bright strong timbre
Micro-lathed design allows for lively response and pronounced chick sound
Integrated bell character allows for a medium trailing sustain
With the PST7 line Paiste have added an affordable series for drummers who love that traditional sound, look and feel. With Paiste Sound Technology bringing you first-class manufactured cymbals and high quality sound design, lathed by Swiss hand craftsmen to achieve their distinctive traditional look and finish. This precise Swiss manufacturing produces a warm and clear overall sound and by offering three weight classes: light/thin, medium and heavy, the PST7 line has something for every musical style.
STRONG, RICH CRASH SOUND, WELL SUITED FOR CLASSIC ROCK AND OTHER LOUD MUSIC APPLICATIONS.
With the PST7 line Paiste have added an affordable series for drummers who love that traditional sound, look and feel. With Paiste Sound Technology bringing you first-class manufactured cymbals and high quality sound design, hand lathed by Swiss craftsmen to achieve their distinctive traditional look and finish. This precise Swiss manufacturing produces a warm and clear overall sound and by offering three weight classes: light/thin, medium and heavy, the PST7 line has something for every musical style.
The PST 7 18'' China Cymbal is the perfect solution for a drummer looking for the heritage, traditional and quality of the Paiste brand, without spending a fortune. The brand new Paiste PST7 series cymbals are made in Switzerland using Paiste's oldest cymbal lathing methods. This 18'' china is bright, full bodied and powerful. It's trashy tones are perfect for accenting high octane grooves with a varied sound. It's ideal for all styles and genres of music.
Features and Specifications
Size: 18"
Weight: medium
Volume: medium low to loud
Stick Sound: washy
Intensity: lively
Sustain: medium
Bell Character: integrated
Sound Character: Fairly bright, full, powerful. Medium wide range, fairly complex mix. Even, responsive feel. A powerful china for explosive, trashy accents. Useful in many different musical applications.
The Paiste PST7 Cymbal Set PST7BS3MED has a traditional sound, look and feel. We are the leading UK stockist, 100's of cymbals at low prices.
Paiste PST7 Series Cymbal Set comprising 14" Hi Hats, 16" Crash & 20" Ride
Paiste Sound Technology stands for first-class manufactured cymbals and high quality sound design at an affordable price. Paiste's PST3, PST5 and PST8 ranges are best sellers that set benchmarks in their cymbal classes. PST7 adds an affordable line for drummers who like a traditional sound, look and feel. PST7's base is CuSn8 bronze which stems from the legendary 2002 series. The cymbals are lathed by Paiste's Swiss hand craftsmen to achieve their distinctive traditional finish. The result of the precise Swiss manufacturing is a warm and clear overall sound and by offering three weight classes, light/thin, medium and heavy, PST7 covers a wide range of different music styles.
Paiste Sound Technology stands for first-class manufactured cymbals and high quality sound design at an affordable price. PST7 adds an affordable line for drummers who like a traditional sound, look and feel. PST7’s base is CuSn8 bronze which stems from the legendary 2002 series. The cymbals are lathed by our Swiss hand craftsmen to achieve their distinctive traditional look and finish. The result of Paiste’s precise Swiss manufacturing is a warm and clear overall sound and by offering three weight classes, light/thin, medium and heavy, PST7 covers a wide range of different music styles.
Sound Character: Bright, warm, sputtering, short. Fairly narrow range, clean mix. Explosive, fast fading splash for light, bursting accents. Well suited for a wide range of music styles. Since: 2014 Alloy: CuSn8 Bronze, also known as "2002 Bronze" Applications: All volume settings • Live playing and casual recording • Entire range of music styles Sound: Bright, traditional, airy, clean with warmth, clarity and tonal definition.
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The PST 7 20'' Ride Cymbal is the perfect solution for a drummer looking for the heritage, traditional and quality of the Paiste brand, without spending a fortune. The brand new Paiste PST7 series cymbals are made in Switzerland using Paiste's oldest cymbal lathing methods. This 20'' ride is bright and warm with a responsive feel and clean wash sound. It features a clear and strong sounding bell tone. It's an extremely versatile crash that is ideal for all styles of music.
Features and Specifications:
Size: 20"
Weight: medium heavy
Volume: low to loud
Stick Sound: balanced
Intensity: fairly controlled
Sustain: medium long
Bell Character: fairly separated
Sound Character: Bright, warm, distinct. Medium wide range, clean mix. Even, well controllable feel. Defined, slightly silvery ping over a clean wash. Clear, strong bell sound. Very versatile ride for multiple applications.
The best Mapex boom stand for affordability, whilst maintaining the Mapex quality of hardware. The Mapex Tornado Boom Stand features a multi-tooth cymbal tilter which allows you to tilt your cymbal at almost any angle to suit your preferences, therefore maximising playability. This Mapex boom stand has an adjustable height and boom length which allows you to further customise the height and angle of which your cymbal sits at.
This cymbal stand has a lightweight and strong construction, providing exceptional stability and durability and has double braced legs which increase the durability even further. The legs are fitted with rubber non-slip feet which prevent the cymbal stand from moving whilst playing.
Paiste Sound Technology stands for first-class manufactured cymbals and high quality sound design at an affordable price. PST7 adds an affordable line for drummers who like a traditional sound, look and feel. PST7’s base is CuSn8 bronze which stems from the legendary 2002 series. The cymbals are lathed by our Swiss hand craftsmen to achieve their distinctive traditional look and finish. The result of Paiste’s precise Swiss manufacturing is a warm and clear overall sound and by offering three weight classes, light/thin, medium and heavy, PST7 covers a wide range of different music styles.
Since:2014 Alloy:CuSn8 Bronze, also known as "2002 Bronze" Applications:All volume settings • Live playing and casual recording • Entire range of music styles Sound:Bright, traditional, airy, clean with warmth, clarity and tonal definition
Set features:
- 14" Heavy Hi-Hat - 16" Heavy Crash - 20" Heavy Ride
Buy Paiste PST 7 Cymbals from a Specialist UK Drum Store
Into Music Store stocks the full Paiste PST 7 range online and in our physical store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire - including all three box set configurations and the full selection of individual cymbals.
The PST 7 range includes hi-hats in standard and heavy weights, crashes from 14" to 19", standard and heavy 20" rides, China cymbals in 14" and 18", a 10" splash, and an Effects Cymbal Set. If you're not sure whether the Rock, Session, or Universal set is right for your playing style, our team can help you decide - visit us in store to try the PST 7 range in person before you buy. As a specialist drum store UK drummers rely on for honest advice, we're happy to help you find the right setup for your budget and style.
The PST 7 is the top of the PST range. When you're ready to step up further, the Paiste 900 Series offers a significant improvement in tonal complexity and playability at the next price point, with the 2002 Series available for drummers who want a full professional sound. We offer next day delivery options across the UK on all Paiste PST 7 cymbals and box sets. Browse the full range above or get in touch for advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Paiste PST 7 is the most comprehensive and versatile series in the PST lineup, offering a wider range of cymbal types, sizes, and box set configurations than the PST 3 or PST 5. It delivers a bright, cutting Paiste tone with more tonal complexity than the entry-level PST ranges, making it a popular choice for gigging and intermediate drummers.
The PST 7 Rock Set includes heavy hi-hats, a crash, and a ride - built for loud, high-energy playing. The Session Set uses lighter hi-hats, a crash, and a ride - better suited to studio, rehearsal, and more dynamic playing. The Universal Set is a balanced all-rounder for drummers who play across multiple styles. All three include hi-hats, a crash, and a ride cymbal.
The PST 5 is a mid-entry range suited to developing drummers stepping up from the PST 3. The PST 7 is a step up again - offering more cymbal types, more size options, three box set configurations, and greater tonal complexity. The PST 7 is better suited to gigging drummers and intermediate players who want a more complete and versatile setup.
The PST 7 is the top of the Paiste PST range, while the 900 Series is a professional-quality mid-range line with a more complex and powerful tone. The 900 Series is a significant step up in sound quality and playability - worth considering for drummers who want to move beyond the PST range into professional territory.
The Paiste PST 7 suits a wide range of styles. The Rock Set is built for loud, high-energy playing in rock and metal contexts. The Session Set is better suited to pop, funk, and studio work. The Universal Set covers most styles in between. The bright, cutting Paiste tone gives good projection and clarity across all playing environments.
Yes - next day delivery options are available across the UK on all Paiste PST 7 cymbals and box sets. You can also visit our drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire to try them in person before you buy.