UFIP cymbal packs

I've been snooping around. looking for an inexpensive cymbal pack that can get a kit started for not too much money. The consensus has been to get at least the Sabian XS20's. I've heard good things about UFIP, and just found they have 2 packs under $300 for cast cymbals. Anyone know anything about the Genio or Primo lines of UFIP?

Here's where I found them, but there's not much info out there about them: http://www.adrums.com/ufipsale.html

The only UFIP's I've tried are splash cymbals, and they sound really nice. Unfortunately, I don't know what series they were.

That being said, cymbals are the one area on the kit that you don't want to skimp. You can tune a drum to sound better, a cymbal is what it is. I recommend trying before buying if at all possible. Don't be afraid to buy used either.

I agree completely. I like to upgrade my kit, pretty much anytime I can afford to do so. But, my cymbals, I want to keep for life.

I understand what you are saying. Like many though, I need to get a basic set-up going within a budget without buying crap. I think the Sabian XS will be a good starting point, but wanted input on the UFIP's before taking the plunge. No one around here has them, so I'm relying on theose who have heard them or have an opinion about getting a $200 set of cast cymbals.

i played a ufip crash that was pretty good, but like ulank don't remember what series it was.

aren't they made in italy or someplace like that?

if the place has a decent return policy, it might be worth giving them a try.

like said check out some used stuff, have heard of guys getting some meinl cymbals fairly cheap and that they were pretty good.

the ufip's are defenantly worth researching, because you've heard from more than one forum member that they do indeed make some good cymbals.