Drum Cymbal Paiste 101 Brass Crash 14"

Paiste is one of the most well-regarded cymbal producers on the planet and its really not hard to see why. Since their inception, they have constantly designed, crafted and released a product range that contains innovative sounds, shapes, construction techniques and materials. They continually strive to create cymbals and gongs that meet the needs of the most discerning modern drummer. This philosophy and dedication to delivering the highest quality gear has secured their place in many percussionist’s hearts around the world.

Michail Toomas Paiste – an Estonian musician and composer living in Russia – decided to found a music store and publishing business in St. Petersburg during the early 1900s. Business was good, but the onset and subsequent events of the Russian revolution forced him to return to his native Estonia in 1917, where he opted to restart his business. It is here where the Paiste brand was really born. Initially, cymbals were designed and produced to meet the needs of traditional marching and concert bands – however, with the emergence of the drum set as we know it today, Turkish style cymbals were needed to keep up with an ever-increasing demand. These early instruments received international recognition, awards and acclaim, and were soon being shipped overseas to the USA and the rest of Europe.

A selection of drummers endorsed by Paiste includes Nick Mason (Pink Floyd), Nicko McBrain (Iron Maiden), Pat Carney (The Black Keys), Stewart Copeland (The Police), Brad Wilk (Rage Against the Machine) and Joey Jordison (ex-Slipknot). This range of contrasting genres and styles is a true testament to the versatility, performance and sound of Paiste cymbals!

About the 101 Series Cymbals

Style: Bright & Cutting
The 101 series sits at the budget/entry-level end of the spectrum within the Paiste cymbal product range. They are made from an MS63 brass, which is used in manufacturing due to its low cost. This material is consequently found in budget and entry-level cymbal offerings across the industry, which makes them an incredibly affordable choice if you’re just starting out on your drumming journey. This construction decision also adds to their higher levels of durability – increasing the amount of punishment that they can take before you’ll need to upgrade. Just because they are cheap to produce doesn’t mean that they lack punch though. They sound bright and cutting, with an overall tone that makes them suitable for most musical styles. They’re also arguably more suited to live playing than studio use due to their fairly powerful style.

101 Brass Crash 14" sound character: fairly dark, full, focused. Medium range, clean mix. Even, responsive feel, explosive attack. A versatile crash for all-purpose playing.