Detail 01
13-inch size
Smaller than the 14 in. standard. Faster response, tighter chick, less volume and wash.
Product detailSKU #1274115038774
PaistePST 3 Hi-Hats 13 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Entry-level 13-inch hi-hats in Paiste's PST 3 line. For a first kit, a practice room, or a backup pair you won't worry about.
Strong match
Who this is for
- First acoustic kit where cymbals came bundled or missing
- Practice space you leave gear in permanently
- Drummers wanting a tighter, quicker hat than 14 in.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud stages needing hi-hats to cut through a full band
- Studio work where cymbal character is scrutinized
- Drummers who play hard and crash the hats often
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
PST 3 line
Paiste's entry tier. Brighter and more one-dimensional than their pro alloys, with less dynamic range.
Detail 03
Hi-hat pair
Ships as top and bottom together. You do not need to buy a matching second cymbal.
Detail 04
$124 price
Puts these below most step-up hats. Expect serviceable sound rather than nuance.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No hi-hat stand included. You need one with a working clutch.
- 0213 in. hats sit lower than 14 in. Recheck stand and throne height.
- 03Entry-tier alloys dent and crack faster under heavy stick pressure.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 13 in. too small for a main hi-hat?
No. 13 in. is a standard alternative to 14 in. You get a crisper chick and faster close at the cost of volume and wash.
02Do I get both cymbals?
Yes. Hi-hats are sold as a matched top and bottom pair.
03Will these work for rock?
For practice and rehearsal, yes. On a loud stage with a full band they can get buried.
04Do I need a special stand?
Any standard hi-hat stand fits. The clutch holds the top cymbal; most stands include one.
