Paiste 18 inch crash cymbal from the 2002 series
If you are looking for a crash cymbal with the familiar Paiste signature for rock and modern popular music, this Paiste 18" 2002 Crash Thin is a direct match. The 2002 series laid the foundation for the sound of rock drummers for many years and is still shaped around the demands of contemporary popular styles.
Its 18 inch size is a widely chosen format for players who want a defined, clearly audible accent sound. The thin design fits the character of a crash cymbal used for accents and dynamic transitions within your drum kit.
CuSn8 alloy with strong, warm and bright sound
Paiste makes this 2002 cymbal from the world-famous CuSn8 alloy. In practice, that gives you a strong defined sound with warmth and brightness, exactly the combination the 2002 series is known for.
Those sound qualities make this Paiste crash appealing for drummers who want a pronounced cymbal voice in rock and modern popular music. The 2002 line has long been a favorite choice of many professional drummers.
Handmade professional series with lasting reputation
According to Paiste, the professional series are fully handmade and go through extensive quality and sound control. That matches the brand’s reputation for consistency of sound and response.
At Magna Music, you can also get advice from people who are musicians themselves, which is useful if you want to compare different Paiste cymbals for rehearsal, studio or stage use.