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Paiste 101 Brass Universal Cymbal Set 14/16/20 is a complete four piece cymbal set containing 14 inch hi-hats, a 16 inch crash and a 20 inch ride, made from brass alloy at Paiste's entry tier. It is the standard answer for a first drum kit, a school practice room or a backline that needs a full, consistent cymbal complement rather than an assortment of mismatched singles.
Every cymbal a kit needs, matched, in one box.
Buying cymbals one at a time is how most players end up with a hi-hat, a crash and a ride that do not sound like they belong together. A universal set solves that. The three voices are voiced as a group, so the crash and ride sit in a coherent relationship and the hats sit underneath both. For a first kit, a school room or a rehearsal backline, that consistency matters more than any single cymbal being remarkable.
The 101 line is Paiste's brass tier, made from sheet brass rather than the bronze alloys used further up the range. Brass gives a bright, direct, fast-decaying sound with less complexity than bronze, which is exactly right where the kit is being played hard by a student or lives in a rehearsal room. The 14 inch hats are crisp and tight, the 16 inch crash is quick and cutting, and the 20 inch ride gives a clear stick definition with a controlled wash.
At a Glance
| Brand | Paiste |
|---|---|
| Series | 101 Brass |
| Set contents | 14 inch hi-hats, 16 inch crash, 20 inch ride |
| Alloy | Brass |
| Hi-hats | 14 inch, pair |
| Crash | 16 inch |
| Ride | 20 inch |
| Best for | First kit, school room, rehearsal backline |
What Comes in the Paiste 101 Universal Set?
The set contains four cymbals: a pair of 14 inch hi-hats, a 16 inch crash and a 20 inch ride. That is the complete complement for a standard drum kit.
Who Is the 101 Brass Set For?
Drummers assembling a first kit, school and church practice rooms, rehearsal spaces and backline providers, and anyone who needs a full matched set rather than a collection of singles.
What Is the Difference Between Brass and Bronze Cymbals?
Brass cymbals are made from sheet brass and give a bright, direct sound with a fast decay and less harmonic complexity. Bronze alloys, used in Paiste's higher series, produce a richer and more complex tone with longer sustain, at a correspondingly higher position in the range.
Why Paiste
Paiste has made cymbals and gongs in Switzerland and Germany since 1906, and is one of a very small number of manufacturers producing a complete cymbal range from entry brass through professional bronze. The company is known for consistency between individual cymbals of the same model, which is exactly what matters when the instrument is a matched set.
Frequently Asked Questions
What cymbals are included in this set?
A pair of 14 inch hi-hats, a 16 inch crash and a 20 inch ride, four cymbals in total.
Is this set suitable for a beginner?
Yes. The 101 Brass line is Paiste's entry tier and this set is built precisely for a first kit, a school practice room or a rehearsal backline.
What is the cymbal alloy?
Brass. Brass gives a bright, direct sound with a fast decay, which suits practice rooms and players still developing their stick control.
Is it genuine?
Victory is a veteran owned dealer in Miami and units ship new in original packaging.
Does it include a warranty?
Yes. Paiste provides a limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser. Contact Paiste directly for warranty service.
Why Victory Musical Instruments
Victory Musical Instruments is a musical instrument and pro audio dealer in Miami, Florida. Orders ship free, local pickup is available in Miami, and financing is offered at checkout. Call 844-687-4208 to check stock or ask a question before you order.