Honestly stay away from entry level pies from the BIG3. These are B8 sheet stamped metal cymbals. They are basically a marketing plot to younger guys to buy a "Zildjian". It's
Zildjian only in name. Statistically 60% of drummers who buy entry level cymbals from brand X will eventually upgrade to their higher end products-- They gothca. I would highly recommend you check out
Wuhan's new Traditional series. This line from
Wuhan gives the big guys a good run for their money in this catagory. Essentially for the same price you get Cast, Hand hammered B20 bronze cymbals. They are really a decent entry level cymbal. I like them so much I use some of them myself. Check out my you tube channel, We have video's of every
Wuhan from this line. They are shot in Hi-Definition with digital audio sound. The sound bites are extremely accurate. At least watch a few video's that should help in making your descion. The Link to our YT site is in my signature below. good luck T