Ushering in a higher standard of sound and durability, the 101 series stay true to the renown Paiste quality whilst offering an affordable option for the aspiring drummer looking for high performance and quality sound at an attainable price. Nothing is sacrificed in the pursuit of performance, the tonal properties of these cymbals are bright and pronounced, they punch well above their weight and perform within any musical context be it soft and subtle or heavy and bold.

• Since: 2005
• Alloy: MS63 Brass
• Applications: All volume settings - Live playing - Entire range of music styles
• Sound: Overall musical, harmonic, powerful

13" Hi-Hat

• Weight: Medium Top / Medium Heavy Bottom
• Volume: Medium Soft To Medium Loud
• Stick Sound: Dry, Pronounced
• Intensity: Lively
• Sustain: Medium
• Chick Sound: Soft, Tight
• Sound Character: Medium right, clean, focused. Narrow range, fairly clean mix. Even, balanced feel. Bright, full, controlled open sound. Mellow, defined chick sound. Controllable hi-hat for all-round playing.

18" Crash/Ride

Size: 18" 

• Weight: Medium Heavy
• Volume: Soft To Medium
• Stick Sound: Fairly Pronounced
• Intensity: Lively
• Sustain: Medium
• Bell Character: Full, Integrated
• Sound Character: Fairly dark, full, focused. Narrow range, clean mix. Even, balanced feel. Multi-purpose cymbal with fast, powerful crash and soft, mellow ride qualities.