Where to find Paiste Cymbals in Calgary

[Bibtin Tex]

I've been trying to find stores in Calgary online that sell Paiste cymbals but have found barely anything.

I'm looking for a crash from the 101 series, because I've heard them before and they are supposedly pretty cheap. I'd rather not pay a couple hundred bucks for a cymbal, since I'm pretty broke right now.

I don't mind buying something online as long as the shipping rates aren't ridiculous. And I am open to other cymbals or suggestions if anyone has any, my price limit is $200 (unless it is a set).

Any help is appreciated, and thanks in advance.

[jayswin]

I know Long and McQuade always has Paiste cymbals in stock, and their prices are usually the best in the city as well. However, I haven't checked out their selection in awhile, so I'm not sure what they have at the moment.

I believe they're closed today, but try giving them a call tomorrow, and see what they have in stock. Plus they can always order anything in for you.

403-244-5555.

[Shnabdabber]

www.massmusic.net

Also you might want to look into musicians friend, they have great deals on gear and are great to deal with.

As far as music stores in Calgary, I like to deal with Long and Mcquade. I checked their website, and the only cymbals they show online are Zildjians, and mostly of the K variety. So much for staying in the 100$ range. Their cymbal shop though has lots to offer... different brands/lines/price ranges... although its been a while since Ive been in there and cant remember there being much to offer in the way of Paiste's other than Signature Sound Edge hats... and effects stuff.

Im a big Sabian fan myself, and for entry level cymbals the B8's, B8 Pro's, and XS20 series have great value and can be bought in packs. Sabian also came out with a new line called APX. I havnt checked them out or played them, but since they are a B8 composition, I would guess they are reasonably priced. The bonus with Sabian/Zildjian cymbals is that they are cooked in just that special way that makes them very durable. Paistes... not so much.

You can probobly pick up a B8Pro pack with a crash, china and splash for around 200 bucks? Something like that? For sure you could get a 16 - 18 inch B8 crash for under 100 clams.