Sabian 18" AA Spotlight Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
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Brand profile · Canada, est. 1960s
Sabian
Sabian is a globally recognized leader in percussion cymbals, renowned for their diverse range of sounds and commitment to innovation. Founded as a direct response to a perceived lack of quality and selection in the cymbal market, Sabian quickly established itself as a challenger brand, forging a path with artist-driven designs and a focus on sonic exploration. Today, Sabian continues to be a favorite among drummers across genres, celebrated for their distinctive character and high-quality craftsmanship.
HHX Series (distinctive dark and complex tones)AAX Series (bright, modern sounds)Sabian Signature Series (artist collaborations)Thin series (versatile, responsive feel)Artisan series (hand-hammered, unique voicing)
1960sfounded
Canadacountry
340products in stock
$56–$3,124price range
Sabian in the charts
Every chart where Sabian has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.
Best Sabian 18" crash cymbals
36 models$144 – $742Best Sabian 16" crash cymbals
28 models$114 – $624Best Sabian cymbal sets
23 models$307 – $2,342Best Sabian 14" hi-hat cymbals
18 models$162 – $865Best Sabian 19" crash cymbals
18 models$345 – $769Best Sabian 17" crash cymbals
16 models$211 – $687Best Sabian effects cymbals
15 models$155 – $613Best Sabian 22" ride cymbals
13 models$512 – $836Best Sabian hanging cymbals
12 models$367 – $937Best Sabian 10" splash cymbals
11 models$56 – $262Best Sabian 20" crash cymbals
11 models$445 – $635Best Sabian triangles
10 models$60 – $286
36 models$144 – $742Best Sabian 16" crash cymbals
28 models$114 – $624Best Sabian cymbal sets
23 models$307 – $2,342Best Sabian 14" hi-hat cymbals
18 models$162 – $865Best Sabian 19" crash cymbals
18 models$345 – $769Best Sabian 17" crash cymbals
16 models$211 – $687Best Sabian effects cymbals
15 models$155 – $613Best Sabian 22" ride cymbals
13 models$512 – $836Best Sabian hanging cymbals
12 models$367 – $937Best Sabian 10" splash cymbals
11 models$56 – $262Best Sabian 20" crash cymbals
11 models$445 – $635Best Sabian triangles
10 models$60 – $286
All 340 Sabian products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 6 of 8.
Sabian 14" HHX Anthology Low Bell HH
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$865€775Check ↗
Sabian 16" XSR Monarch O-Zone Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$312€279Check ↗
Sabian 14" AAX Thin Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$642€575Check ↗
Sabian 18" AAX Aero Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$479€429Check ↗
Sabian 12" B8X Band
12" Orchestral Cymbals
$267€239Check ↗
Sabian 18" HHX Complex Aero Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$557€499Check ↗
Sabian 18" AAX Freq Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$434€389Check ↗
Sabian 17" HHX Complex Suspended
Hanging Cymbals
$546€489Check ↗
Sabian 22" HHX Tempest Cymbal
22" Ride Cymbals
$736€659Check ↗
Sabian 17" AAX Crystal Thin Crash
17" Crash Cymbals
$399€357Check ↗
Sabian 18" HHX Anthology Low Bell
18" Crash Cymbals
$557€499Check ↗
Sabian 19" HHX Complex suspended
Hanging Cymbals
$646€579Check ↗
Sabian 19" HH Germanic Brill.
19" Orchestral Cymbals
$779€698Check ↗
Sabian 18" Paragon Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$490€439Check ↗
Sabian B8X Performance Set Plus
Cymbal Sets
$668€598Check ↗
Sabian 18" AAX Heavy Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$445€399Check ↗
Sabian 17" HHX HHXtrem Crash trad.
17" Crash Cymbals
$501€449Check ↗
Sabian 20" HHX New Viennese Natural
20" Orchestral Cymbals
$1,283€1,149Check ↗
Sabian 17" Artisan Thin Crash
17" Crash Cymbals
$687€615Check ↗
Sabian 17" HHX Evolution Effect Crash
17" Crash Cymbals
$479€429Check ↗
Sabian 17" AAX AAXplosion Crash
17" Crash Cymbals
$423€379Check ↗
Sabian 17" HHX HHXtrem Crash
17" Crash Cymbals
$501€449Check ↗
Sabian 16" Artisan Trad. Sym. MH
16" Orchestral Cymbals
$1,114€998Check ↗
Sabian 16" AA Viennese Medium Natural
16" Orchestral Cymbals
$803€719Check ↗
Sabian 16" Paragon Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$423€379Check ↗
Sabian 18" AA Viennese Medium Natural
18" Orchestral Cymbals
$959€859Check ↗
Sabian 18" HHX Redlight Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$546€489Check ↗
Sabian 10" Triangle HH B8 Bronze
Triangles
$200€179Check ↗
Sabian 19" HHX Redlight Crash
19" Crash Cymbals
$597€535Check ↗
Sabian 22" Paragon Ride Neil Peart
22" Ride Cymbals
$680€609Check ↗
Sabian 19" AAX Crystal Thin Crash
19" Crash Cymbals
$444€398Check ↗
Sabian 18" HHX Anthology High Bell
18" Crash Cymbals
$591€529Check ↗
Sabian 22" HHX Omni Brilliant / Natural
22" Ride Cymbals
$736€659Check ↗
Sabian 17" HHX Synergy Brilliant M
17" Orchestral Cymbals
$1,093€979Check ↗
Sabian 20" AAX AAXplosion Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$535€479Check ↗
Sabian 8" Triangle HH B8 Bronze
Triangles
$161€144Check ↗
Sabian 10" Triangle HH B8 CH Bronze
Triangles
$286€256Check ↗
Sabian 8" Triangle HH B8 CH Bronze
Triangles
$249€223Check ↗
Sabian Quiet Tone Cymbal Set QTPC502
Cymbal Sets
$434€389Check ↗
Sabian 14" B8X Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$278€249Check ↗
Sabian 24" Stratus Dry Ride
24" Ride Cymbals and Bigger
$568€509Check ↗
Sabian 18" Stratus China
18" China Cymbals
$356€319Check ↗
Sabian 19" HHX HHXtreme Crash Natural
19" Crash Cymbals
$591€529Check ↗
Sabian 19" Artisan Thin Crash
19" Crash Cymbals
$769€689Check ↗
Sabian 12" B8X Splash
12" Splash Cymbals
$122€109Check ↗
Sabian 14" AAX Freq Hats
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$635€569Check ↗
Sabian 14" HHX Click Hats
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$725€649Check ↗
Sabian, honestly
What Sabian does well
- Extensive range caters to diverse musical styles
- Artist-driven designs ensure authentic sounds
- Consistent quality and durability across lines
- Innovative manufacturing techniques enhance resonance
- Wide availability and global distribution network
What to watch for
- Some lines can be premium-priced, limiting accessibility
- Vast selection can be overwhelming for beginners
- Certain series may lack a distinct sonic identity
- Artisan series production can be limited
- HHX series can be perceived as overly dark by some.
Questions about Sabian
Where are Sabian instruments made?
Sabian cymbals are primarily manufactured in Canada, with some production also taking place in England and Taiwan to meet global demand.
How does Sabian differentiate its lines from other cymbal brands?
Sabian focuses heavily on artist collaboration and sonic experimentation, creating distinct series with unique tonal characteristics and playing feel, often emphasizing a more nuanced and complex sound.
What is the difference between the HHX and AAX series?
HHX cymbals are known for their darker, more complex and often more raw sounds, while AAX cymbals offer a brighter, more modern and polished tonal character.