Detail 01
13-inch size
Tighter, higher-pitched and quicker than the 14-inch sizes most kits use, and noticeably quieter in a small room.
Product detailSKU #1274115039321
PaistePST 3 Essential Cymbal Set - 13", 18"
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Two-cymbal starter pack in 13 and 18 inch sizes. For a first kit or a practice setup that needs cymbals now, cheaply.
Strong match
Who this is for
- A first acoustic kit that shipped without any cymbals
- Practice and rehearsal rooms where gear takes daily abuse
- Covering two cymbal positions on one small budget
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Recording, where entry-level cymbals sound thin under close mics
- Drummers who already own decent cymbals in these sizes
- Anyone wanting a large ride included in the box
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
18-inch size
Large enough to crash with real sustain, or to be ridden if you want wash rather than stick definition.
Detail 03
Two-piece set
Covers two positions. Nothing here is larger than 18 inches, so a dedicated ride is a later purchase.
Detail 04
$236 for two cymbals
Well under pro-line money per piece. The trade is a simpler, more one-note voice with less range.
Detail 05
Entry-level series
Built to survive practice-room use. Tone is straightforward rather than complex, which matters less under a band than alone.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm whether the 13-inch ships as a matched pair before ordering
- 02Stands, felts and sleeves are not part of the set
- 03Nothing bigger than 18 inches here — no separate ride
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this set good enough to gig with?
For rehearsals and small rooms, yes. Loud stages and studio mics expose entry-level cymbals fast. Most players add a better large cymbal first, then replace the rest.
02What sizes are included?
A 13-inch and an 18-inch — two sizes, nothing larger. Enough to cover a small tight position and one big accent cymbal.
03Can I mix these with cymbals I already own?
Yes, mounting is standard so they fit any cymbal stand. Next to higher-end cymbals they'll read brighter and simpler, which is fine for a secondary crash.
0413-inch or 14-inch?
13 is tighter, higher and quieter with faster response. 14 is the common size — fuller and louder. 13 suits small rooms and quick, controlled playing.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- 13", 18"
