With the Series 101 Brass and 201 Bronze Paiste creates a segment that is characterized by the parameters brand image and affordability - Paiste continues to place great value on sound, quality and looks in this segment in order to justify the trust placed in the Paiste name - 101 Brass and 201 Bronze are therefore manufactured according to the same high standards as previously the 502 and 302, and thus fulfill the same well-known and well-appreciated quality expectations. Paiste employs modern, hi-tech production techniques in its German production facility for the manufacture of affordable cymbals with outstanding quality - The company utilizes its extensive Swiss-based know how and successfully transfers the essence of hand manufacture principles to modern, technical production - Paiste is a pioneer in this field, based on its 25 year experience with production of cymbals based on technology and automation. 101 Brass cymbals are made from a selected and especially sonorous brass copper based alloy - Both series bear logos in which the brand Paiste is featured prominently. 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 bright, 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.