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Best 14" Crash Cymbals Under $100 2025

Affordable 14" crash cymbals under $100 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Jazz For Fusion For Pop For Light Rock For Studio Recording For Practice
BRANDS: Paiste Zultan Istanbul Mehmet Masterwork Zildjian Meinl
Paiste 14" PSTX Swiss Flanger Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Paiste 14" PSTX Swiss Flanger Crash

by Paiste
Jazz Studio Recording Fusion
Key Feature:
• Controlled volume level
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile across multiple genres
  • • Great for recording applications
✗ CONS
  • • Not ideal for power playing
  • • May lack power for heavy music

Paiste 14" PSTX Swiss Flanger CrashCrash CymbalSize: 14"PSTX SeriesSilk matte finishFast explosive attack...

⭐ 4.8/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 358721
$97
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Paiste 14" PSTX Swiss Thin Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Paiste 14" PSTX Swiss Thin Crash

by Paiste
Studio Recording Light Rock Practice
Key Feature:
• Balanced attack and sustain
✓ PROS
  • • Classic jazz crash size
  • • Great for recording applications
✗ CONS
  • • Limited projection in loud bands
  • • Can sound thin in some applications

Paiste 14" PSTX Swiss Thin CrashCrash CymbalsSize: 14"PSTX seriesSilk-matte surfaceFastexplosivelight...

⭐ 4.9/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 358711
$97
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 14" Aja Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Zultan 14" Aja Crash

by Zultan
Light Rock Studio Recording Fusion
Key Feature:
• Controlled volume level
✓ PROS
  • • Classic jazz crash size
  • • Controlled volume level
✗ CONS
  • • Limited projection in loud bands
  • • Not ideal for power playing

Zultan 14" Aja Crash, Crash, Size: 14", Aja crash cymbals produce a loud and fat sound, The decay of the...

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 273919
$65
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Paiste PST7 14" Thin Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Paiste PST7 14" Thin Crash

by Paiste
Fusion Jazz Light Rock
Key Feature:
• Controlled volume level
✓ PROS
  • • Great for recording applications
  • • Classic jazz crash size
✗ CONS
  • • Limited projection in loud bands
  • • May lack power for heavy music

Paiste PST7 14" Thin CrashThin CrashSize: 14"PST7 SeriesTraditional sound and lookMaterial: CuSn8...

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 336009
$98
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Paiste PST3 14" Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Paiste PST3 14" Crash

by Paiste
Fusion Practice Pop
Key Feature:
• Versatile across multiple genres
✓ PROS
  • • Balanced attack and sustain
  • • Classic jazz crash size
✗ CONS
  • • Limited projection in loud bands
  • • Not ideal for power playing

Paiste PST3 14" Crash14" Crash CymbalsPaiste Sound Technology seriesFull-bodiedfocussed and piercing...

⭐ 5.0/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 179106
$53
Buy at Thomann View Details
Paiste PST5 14" Medium Crash '14 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Paiste PST5 14" Medium Crash '14

by Paiste
Light Rock Practice Pop
Key Feature:
• Great for recording applications
✓ PROS
  • • Great for recording applications
  • • Balanced attack and sustain
✗ CONS
  • • Limited projection in loud bands
  • • May lack power for heavy music

Paiste PST5 14" Medium Crash '14Medium Crash CymbalSize: 14"From the new PST5 seriesMaterial: CuSn8...

⭐ 4.5/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 335969
$84
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best 14" Crash Cymbals

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 14" crash cymbals typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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