Series Description: Paiste Sound Technology stands for first-class manufactured cymbals and high quality sound design at an affordable price. PST5 is the entry to Paiste's world of bronze cymbals and since its introduction in 2005, it continues to be a best seller. Considering recent musical trends, the PST5 was newly designed by our Swiss Sound Development Team. Visually the PST5 were consciously altered only in detail but their fundamental sonic value changed considerably. The cymbals are lighter resulting in a deeper, warmer sound while preserving its bright basic character. They have increased flexibility resulting in a more appealing feel. Overall the new PST5 is significantly more musical. PST 5 Ride Crash: Size: 18 inch. Weight: medium heavy Volume: medium low to very loud Stick Sound: fairly defined Intensity: lively Sustain: long Bell Character: integrated Sound Character: Bright, sparkling, full. Fairly wide range, clean mix. Balanced feel. Multi-functional cymbal with a strong attack, when used as a crash, and a sparkling, soft ping with controlled wash. Also well suited for crash/ride patterns in modern pop and rock styles.