Which Paiste cymbals should I buy first?

Buy for the gap in your kit rather than the brand name alone. Of these three options, the Paiste Giant Beat 14 Hi-Hat Cymbals are the practical starting point if you haven’t already got hi-hats: they cover a core timekeeping role rather than an occasional accent.

If your essentials are covered, the Paiste PST 8 Reflector 10 Thin Splash Cymbal adds a splash voice, while the Paiste 2002 18 Novo China Cymbal gives you a china option. These are different effects, not substitutes for hi-hats.

Try them alongside your existing cymbals if possible. Listen for how each fits your playing volume and musical style; a useful addition beats buying something simply because it carries the same badge.