Masterwork 18" Troy Traditional Crash

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Masterwork 18" Troy Traditional Crash

Masterwork

18" Troy Traditional Crash

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 611373
Model: 18" Troy Traditional Crash
Price: $169.40

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This Masterwork Troy Traditional Crash is a real gem. It's got that classic, vintage wash and a really responsive feel thanks to the hand-hammering. If you're a gigging drummer or a student looking for a great-sounding, versatile crash without spending a fortune, this is an excellent choice.

Product Description

  • Masterwork 18" Troy Traditional Crash
  • Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 18"
  • Material: B 25 Bronze
  • Finish: Traditional
  • Hand-hammered
  • Lighter and thinner than Troy Brilliant cymbals
PROS
  • • B25 bronze delivers a warm, complex tone with excellent sustain.
  • • Hand-hammering creates nuanced overtones and a responsive feel.
  • • Traditional finish preserves the bronze's natural qualities for evolving sound.
  • • Lighter weight provides quicker response and ease of playing for various styles.
CONS
  • • Traditional finish may require more frequent cleaning to prevent tarnish.
  • • Sound leans towards vintage, might lack the bright, cutting edge of some.
  • • B25 bronze can be slightly more brittle than higher-alloy bronzes.

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Key Features

Size 18"
Material B25 Bronze
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Warm, complex, vintage, responsive, nuanced overtones
Weight Medium-Light

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Traditional series is noticeably warmer and darker, with more complex overtones; the Brilliant series is brighter and more focused.
Masterwork maintains tight quality control, but each cymbal is hand-hammered, so there will be subtle individual sonic differences – that’s part of its charm.
It excels in genres needing warmth and vintage character like jazz, blues, classic rock, and even softer pop styles.

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