PAISTE 18″ Masters Dark Crash – 0005501418

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AED1,845.00

The Paiste 18″ Masters Dark Crash is a professional, hand-crafted cymbal offering dark, warm tones with smooth stick definition and controlled sustain. Designed for drummers who seek musical expressiveness and versatility, it is ideal for jazz, fusion, rock, and studio recording. Part of the Masters Series, it delivers rich, complex overtones, refined response, and long-lasting durability for professional performance.

Paiste 18″ Masters Dark Crash – 18″ Dark Crash Cymbal

HIGHLIGHTS

  • 18″ crash cymbal from Paiste’s Masters series — medium-thin weight for responsive, musical crashes
  • Dark, warm, smoky crash tone with rich, complex overtones and a deep wash
  • Silky, washy stick response and quick, sensitive feel — ideal for nuanced dynamics and expressive playing
  • Medium-long sustain with smooth decay and full-bodied crash character
  • Traditional (B20 / CuSn20) bronze alloy construction for premium tone and durability
  • Versatile — suitable for soft to medium-loud environments; works well for jazz, blues, funk, R&B, pop, country, studio recording, or live sets
  • Also usable as a delicate crash-ride / ride-crash for more subtle playing styles

Sound & Performance Overview

The Paiste 18″ Masters Dark Crash delivers a rich, warm and smoky crash sound — with a smooth, musical wash and a dark tonal character. Its medium-thin weight gives it a soft, buttery feel and allows it to open quickly with light hits, while still offering enough sustain and depth for full-bodied crashes. It is especially well-suited for musical styles that require nuance and subtlety (jazz, blues, funk), but remains versatile enough for pop, soul, or lighter rock settings. Additionally, its responsive nature makes it suitable for ride-crash use when you need a more controlled, atmospheric cymbal voice.

SPECIFICATIONS

Paiste 18 inch Masters Dark Crash Cymbal

  • Diameter: 18″
  • Series: Masters Dark Crash
  • Alloy: CuSn20 / B20 bronze (Traditional Bronze)
  • Weight: Medium-thin
  • Finish: Traditional/Lathed
  • Sound Character: Dark, warm, smoky, rich overtones
  • Stick Sound: Silky, washy
  • Sustain: Medium-long, smooth decay
  • Volume Range: Low to medium-loud — versatile in softer to mid-volume contexts
  • Use Cases: Jazz, Blues, R&B, Funk, Pop, Country, Studio recording, Live performance, Crash-ride work

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