Sound Character: Bright, warm, full, shimmering. Wide range, clean mix. Even, very responsive feel. Very versatile all-purpose crash. The definitive classic rock crash sound.

Basics
Sizes: 14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Weight: Medium
Volume: Medium

Character
Sound color: Bright
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Clean

Function
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Medium

Sound Character: Very bright, full, high pitched. Wide range, clean mix. Responsive, swelling attack with long fade, extremely cutting. Very well suited wherever strong, cutting, powerful crashes are needed.

Basics
Sizes: 16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
Weight: Heavy
Volume: Loud

Character
Sound color: Bright
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Clean

Function
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Long
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Heavy

The PAISTE 101 Brass 16″ Crash Cymbal delivers bright, energetic sound with clear attack and balanced sustain, ideal for beginner and intermediate drummers. Made from durable brass alloy, this cymbal provides consistent performance for practice, rehearsal, or small live performances.

Sound Character: Warm, soft, gentle, wide. Medium wide range, balanced mix. Soft, responsive feel, very controllable. Gentle, broad stick sound. Gentle, airy open sound. Light, warm chick. Versatile hi-hats for articulate playing.

The PAISTE 101 Brass Essential Set combines quality, durability, and versatile sound for drummers of all levels. Featuring a 13″ hi-hat and an 18″ crash cymbal made from durable brass, this set delivers bright, lively tones suitable for practice, rehearsal, or performance. Perfect for beginners and intermediate drummers seeking consistent sound and reliability at an affordable price.

Sound Character: Hissing, roaring, metallic, shimmering. Narrow range, fairly complex mix. Very responsive, balanced feel, especially controllable while crash/riding. A strong, piercing, crash paired with a growling decay. Very sturdy crash cymbal for louder musical applications in aggressive drumming styles.

Sound Character: Bright, rich, open, full. Wide range, fairly clean mix. Even, responsive feel and very controllable. Pronounced, bright and meaty stick sound supported by a solid wash. All-purpose cymbal for a wide range of musical applications.

Basics
Sizes: 20", 21"
Weight: Medium
Volume: Medium

Character
Sound color: Bright
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Clean

Function
Stick Sound: Balanced
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Long
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Soft

The PAISTE 101 Brass 14″ Hi-Hat Cymbal delivers bright, crisp, and articulate sound ideal for beginner and intermediate drummers. Made from durable brass alloy, it provides fast response, consistent stick definition, and reliable performance for practice, rehearsal, or small live gigs.

Sound Character: Fairly dark, full, crisp. Wide range, complex mix. Very responsive feel. Full, slightly dirty open sound. Crisp, strong chick sound. A very articulate and versatile hi-hat.

Basics
Sizes: 13", 14"
Weight: Medium
Volume: Medium

Character
Sound color: Dark
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich

Function
Stick Sound: Pingy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Chick Sound: Pronounced
Feel: Medium

The PAISTE 201 Bronze Universal Cymbal Set delivers rich, musical tones with excellent dynamic range, perfect for all playing styles. Crafted from premium bronze alloy, this set features a crisp 14″ hi-hat, explosive 16″ crash, and full-bodied 20″ ride — offering clarity, warmth, and balance for both beginners and performing drummers. Designed in Switzerland and made in Germany, the 201 Bronze series combines professional sound with outstanding value.

Sound Character: Medium bright, full, silvery, breathy. Wide range, slightly complex, dense mix. Soft, giving, very responsive feel. A sturdy thin crash with a rich, cutting character. Perfect for patterned playing and filling sound spaces in minimal instrumentation.

Basics
Sizes: 16", 17", 18", 19"
Weight: Light
Volume: Medium

Character
Sound color: Medium
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich

Function
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Soft

Sound Character: Bright, full, brilliant. Wide range, balanced, clean mix. Slightly heavy feel. Clear, full open sound. Cutting, precise chick sound. Good for heavier playing.

Basics
Sizes: 14"
Weight: Heavy
Volume: Loud

Character
Sound color: Bright
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Clean

Function
Stick Sound: Pingy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Chick Sound: Pronounced
Feel: Heavy

Sound Character: Bright, warm, full, shimmering. Wide range, clean mix. Even, very responsive feel. Very versatile all-purpose crash. The definitive classic rock crash sound.

Basics
Sizes: 14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Weight: Medium
Volume: Medium

Character
Sound color: Bright
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Clean

Function
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Medium

Paiste 201 Bronze 14″ Hi‑Hat Top (Top Cymbal Only)
A part of the acclaimed 201 Bronze series, this medium-weight top cymbal offers bright, energetic tone with clear stick articulation and tight chick response. Crafted from high-grade B8 alloy, it's built for expressive playing across styles, ideal for combining with a medium-heavy bottom cymbal.

• Weight (estimated): ~700–800 g (1.5–1.8 lb)

• Alloy: B8 Bronze (CuSn8)

• Sound Characteristics: Pronounced stick clarity, even responsive feel, warm and full with bright openness

• Use Case: Suitable for versatile drumming—from studio sessions to rehearsal and live gigs