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The crash cymbal is a percussion instrument that is used to add the occasional accent. It is usually played with drum sticks, but when you use mallets you can also create a gradually swelling sound. Most crash cymbals are between 14 and 18 inches wide. The timbre of the crash is mainly influenced by its luster: a 'clean' look provides a brighter sound, whereas oxidised cymbals sound duller. The crash typically belongs to an acoustic drum kit, together with other cymbals such as the hi-hat, ride and the splash cymbal. Do not forget to add a reliable stand and the required protection for your crash cymbal to your order.
The bright yet complex sound of the Fazley CYM Classic crash can be deployed to punch with exploding accents, no matter the playing style. Made from B8 bronze, this cymbal has been finished with a textured, hammered inner shoulder and a grooved outer edge.
Designed with beginner drummers in mind, the Fazley CYM Basic Series are made of a special metal alloy with a brass-coloured coating, and come at a budget-friendly price. This crash cymbal has a 16-inch diameter.
Complete the full set of Fazley CYM Mute Low Noise Silver cymbals with this 18 inch crash, set your kit up to play at a much more sociable volume, and reduce the noise by up to 80%.
Made from B20 bronze, this ancient looking, patina-finished Fazley CYM Excellence Series splash cymbal has a beaten, hammer-patterned bell and bow that's been broken up with a finely grooved inner and outer edge for a rich, dark and musical response.
Made of B20 bronze and finished with a dark coating and twelve holes, the Fazley Timber effect crash offers a dark yet sharp sound with a beautifully 'trashy' touch.
Designed with beginner drummers in mind, the Fazley CYM Basic Series are made of a special metal alloy with a brass-coloured coating, and come at a budget-friendly price. This crash cymbal has an 18-inch diameter.
The bow of the B20 bronze, 16-inch Fazley Century FX crash has been punched through with six strategically placed holes to carve out an even brighter, more raw response.
Fazley CYM Brass Series cymbals are made of brass and finished with hammer and groove patterns to enhance their rich, musical sound. This attractively-priced, 18-inch crash has a super-fast response and a medium sustain.
Made of B20 bronze, Fazley's 18-inch CYM Victory FX Crash cymbal has been blessed with a gently roughed up, traditional brilliant finish and a stripe effect.
A harmonic response and masses of volume is exactly what this B8 bronze heavy crash delivers. Heavy-weight and heavy sound, this cymbal is made for heavy work.
This versatile 16-inch crash features a traditional finish and a dynamic sound. With its medium weight, this crash is a great fit for various styles of music.
The upgraded PST5 16-inch medium crash by Paiste is a great cymbal with a bright rich sound. It was introduced during the 2014 Musikmesse, and it's a great fit for various genres. It's an all-rounder with great response.
Cut out for peppering your sound with sharp accents, this Paiste thin crash packs low to medium volume and matching sustain, making it suitable for various styles.
Masterwork's Troy crash 18 cymbal has a diameter of 18 inches and is made of B20 alloy and hammered by hand. It has enough wash and projection with a trashy character and a relatively short sustain and decay.
Paiste's PST 5 18-inch Rock Crash is an excellent cymbal for heavier styles of music like rock and hard rock. It has a heavy weight for a medium to very loud volume with lively intensity and a long sustain.
Made from high-quality B25 bronze, the 18 inch Masterwork Jazz Master crash is solid pick for jazz drummers in need of a solid all-rounder.
With the polished up and refreshed PST5 Series, Paiste flex some innovative muscle. First unveiled at the 2014 edition of Musikmesse, this 18 inch Medium Crash has been forged from B8 bronze alloy, bears a warm response and provides great playing comfort.
Made of B20 bronze, Fazley's 16-inch CYM Victory FX Crash cymbal has been blessed with a gently roughed up, traditional brilliant finish and a stripe effect.
If a bright-and-sparkling crash is what you're looking for, you really can't go wrong with the cymbals in Paiste's PST7 Series. This is the 17" model.
The Paiste PST5 series 14-inch Medium Crash is a high-quality crash that has been updated in 2014. It offers medium sustain and a rich, bright sound. Well-suited for musical drummers.
Made from a high-quality B20 bronze alloy and featuring a brilliant finish, the 18 inch Zildjian Z Custom Crash brings some explosive and aggressive character.
<p>This 16-inch Zildjian K Custom Hybrid Crash features a lathed, traditional outer edge and an unlathed, brilliant centre for a rich, dark and dynamic sound.</p>
Sabian's AAX Crystal Thin Crash is a high-quality all-round cymbal that delivers excellent highs thanks to a first-rate polish and Autofocus Response treatment.
Meinl's 17-inch Classics Custom Dark Crash cymbal has a rich, musical character and a dark timbre. It's made of B12 and has a high-mid pitch with a medium to long sustain that makes it ideal for a variety of music styles.
Sabian's 18-inch FRX Crash is a cymbal designed to cut out specific frequencies that make it sound quieter than it really is. Unlike low volume cymbals, this one produces a normal volume, it just doesn't sound so loud.
Paiste's PST X Cajon Crash 16 is a crash cymbal specially designed to complement the sound of cajons. It has a diameter of 16 inches and a medium bright, trashy, explosive sound with a short sustain.
The Paiste heavy Crash delivers a powerful sound that's perfect for loud music styles. It's made by hand of B8 bronze alloy and has a striking purple coating.
Based on its price, we can't blame you for thinking otherwise, but let it be said that the Fazley Flare FX Crash is definitely worth using in heavier styles. Made of B20 bronze for pro-grade sound.
Thanks to the heavy weight of the Paiste Red Heavy Crash, you'll be able to produce a lot of power without sacrificing musicality. It's an eye-catching purple cymbal that's suitable for heavy genres.
This Paiste PST7 Series 16" thin crash makes for an easy way of adding subtle accents to your sound, decking out your drum kit with a light-weight, limited-volume crash.
This 16" Fast Crash from Sabian's XSR series offers quick response as well as a rich sound. It's made of B20 bronze, using the same technology as the famous X-plosion and Evolution cymbals.
Explosive sound framed by warmth and a medium sustain: the Paiste PST X Series Thin crashes deliver all of this and are built for the all-round drummer.
Stylistically flexible, this medium-weight 18" crash out of Paiste's PST7 Series packs forceful sound and has been skilfully finished.
With the Meinl Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash, you're adding a uniquely warm accent to your kit sound.
A radical and seamless blend of a crash and ride, the Sabian HHX 18 Anthology Low Bell Crash has a fast and controlled response and vintage-flavoured sound backed up by full and lush projection.
The HCS18C is an excellent all-round 18-inch crash by Meinl. It's part of the very affordable, yet great-sounding HCS series of cymbals and it's the perfect addition to your first drum kit, for instance.