Paiste 3000

[jd09]

Recently my band played an open mic night, where any band could come in and play 4-5 songs. There was a house kit, it was a Pearl, I wasn't a big fan of the tone of the drums, but the one thing that really stood out to me was the ride cymbal. It was a Paiste 3000 series ride, and I talked to the drummer who owned the kit and he said he has had it since he was 13. Anyone have any information on this series of cymbals? I really don't have a whole lot of time between shows and school, so searching the internet isn't practical right now, thanks!.

[VegasDrummer69]

3000's have been discontinued for many years. They are one of my personal favorites. I still own quite a few.
They are basically 2002's.
The still turn up on ebay regularly, but most are lookin pretty old.

My 22" 3000 Power ride is one of my all time favorite cymbals.

Matt

[jd09]

Nice. I have to put them on my wish-list, right next to Roto-toms and a piccolo snare.

[32ndHeartBeat]

I saw a 3000 Reflector Ride that was pretty sweet on eBay. Recommend it?

[VegasDrummer69]

I saw a 3000 Reflector Ride that was pretty sweet on eBay. Recommend it?

Absolutely.

Great cymbals.

Matt

[jguzman361]

what about the high hats i saw a pair for $90

should i get em

[VegasDrummer69]

Im not a big fan of telling people what to buy... but if you guys are worried about quality and sound... The 3000 series is no joke.

They are classic Paiste top end stuff... just a bit older.

I never met a 3000 I didnt like. :-)

Matt

[Shinka]

Paiste 3000 ROCK!

Steller cymbals as that was all I played back in '85 - '90.

I believe that they top the 2002 series but obviously the Paiste brothers didn't think so.

In another post of mine I speak of having a cymbal special made back in the day... it was a Paiste 3000 Reflector 20" China that ended up going into production 18 months after I had it.

The sad ending to this story...I now have zero Paiste 3000's.:

[DeathMetalDrummer]

there are a lot of discontinued series. at the store where i take lessons, there is a 16" 502 crash. it sunds kinda like a rude though not as raw or thick

[METAL DRUMMER]

I LOVE my Paiste 3000's!!!!!! LOVE them!!!! Been using them for over 20 years. All of mine are in great condition! Here's a list of mine:

Paiste 3000 12" splash,
Paiste 3000 14" crash,
Paiste 3000 16" power crash,
Paiste 3000 16" china,
Paiste 3000 18" crash,
Paiste 3000 18" china,
Paiste 3000 20" power crash,
Paiste 3000 20" ride

[UnclePaul]

Hey bro,
I've got 2 of the 18" Paiste 3000 reflector chinas and am only using one. If you're interested let me hear from ya��
I can't add a photo yet for some reason.
I'm also searching for Paiste 3000 Rude
14", 15" & 19" crash/ride cymbals
14" 3000 sound edge top hat
15" 3000 Rude sound edge top hat

[Drumolator]

They are great cymbals. I used to be a Paiste guy, but I am a Sabian guy now. Peace and goodwill.