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Masterwork 20" Custom Crash

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Masterwork 20" Custom Crash

Masterwork

20" Custom Crash

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 111596
Brand: Masterwork
Model: 20" Custom Crash
Category: 20" Crash Cymbals
Price: $218.90

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This Masterwork Custom Crash is a really solid all-around crash, offering a warm, responsive feel and a pleasing musicality. It’s a great choice for gigging musicians or studio players looking for a reliable and affordable crash that won't overpower a kit – particularly good for jazz, funk, and softer rock.

Product Description

Masterwork 20" Custom Crash, 20" CrashThe all-round Cymbal in the range. Considerable sound spectrum and a warm basic tone with sensitive dynamic characteristics are the essential features of the Custom series.

, Masterwork Custom Series, Traditional finish, Completely handmade according to the finest Turkish tradition, B-25 Alloy

PROS
  • • Warm, musical tone with surprising projection for its size
  • • Hand-hammered Turkish tradition yields excellent responsiveness
  • • B-25 alloy offers a balanced, versatile sound profile
  • • Traditional finish enhances complexity and vintage aesthetic
CONS
  • • Can be a bit too mellow for heavier, more aggressive styles
  • • The B-25 alloy might lack the bright shimmer some drummers prefer
  • • Handmade nature means slight variations exist between individual cymbals

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Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B-25 Bronze Alloy
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Warm, Musical, Versatile
Weight Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Masterwork offers a warmer, more vintage tone compared to the brighter, more shimmering Zildjian A series. It’s a more budget-friendly alternative, but might not have the same level of complexity.
The Traditional finish on Masterwork cymbals isn't just for looks; it’s a minimally lathed finish that preserves more of the hammering marks, contributing to a more complex and nuanced sound.
Given its warmer tone, it should complement brighter cymbals nicely. However, be mindful of overall cymbal balance and avoid stacking too many bright cymbals together to prevent harshness.

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