ok i always shop for cymbals, and use a lot of brands through the years. even though i already have my set of zildjian k's i still window shop for the cheapest but best quality cymbals
here's a list of the cheapest casted cymbals in my expirience:
1. wuhan - i think years ago lazer was selling this for 11k a set, dont know how much they are now...
2. istanbul - ok not so cheap it sells for ike 16k a set, but quality is awsome, real turkish cymbals
3. stagg - i knnow a lot of drummers switching to stagg right know coz thier so cheap and have a lot of models for your needs i think they're made in belgium. they break easily so dont abuse them.
4. RJ - rj? like the local guitar brand??? yes! they have cymbals, i have tested them and it reminds me of my old wuhans and istanbuls. a set would cost you about 11-13k, not bad for a pinoy brand... im really proud rj has these cymbals now
so if u know where to find more cheap but with good quality cymbals pls let all of us know