Paiste 17" Signature Power Crash

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Paiste 17" Signature Power Crash

Paiste

17" Signature Power Crash

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 133500
Brand: Paiste
Model: 17" Signature Power Crash
Price: $427.90

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This 17' Signature Power Crash from Paiste is a beast – seriously loud and cuts through anything. It's built for rock, metal, and any situation demanding serious projection. If you need a crash that commands attention, this is a top contender, but be prepared for the weight and price tag.

Product Description

Paiste 17" Signature Power Crash, Paiste Signature Line, 17" Power Crash Cymbal

En route to the optimal cymbal sound, a special Paiste sound alloy from patented bronze was developed for the Signature Series. The results are cymbals that have been gaining recognition since their introduction in 1989, and have proven themselves both in the studio and live. The sound has a high degree of expressiveness and can be simultaneously described as delicate, transparent, warm and yet vivid.

The Power Crash is the heaviest crash cymbal of the Signature Line, offering the strongest crash sound, as well as the longest sustain. All in all, higher in the pitch and well suited for loud situations where projection is needed.

  • A very bright
  • full
  • and high-frequency crash
  • Quick response with a long and swelling sustain
  • Extremely assertive crash
  • Ideal for those who are looking for a loud
  • cutting crash cymbal with a clear and lingering die out
PROS
  • • Paiste’s signature bronze alloy delivers a uniquely complex overtone series.
  • • Heavy construction provides substantial volume and a powerful initial impact.
  • • Long sustain allows for dramatic swells and washes.
  • • Bright, high-frequency response cuts through dense, loud mixes effectively.
CONS
  • • The heavy weight can be fatiguing in extended playing sessions.
  • • Limited versatility; not ideal for quieter, more nuanced musical styles.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.

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Key Features

Size 17 in
Material Paiste Signature Bronze (Patented)
Finish Brushed/Lathed (typical of Signature Line)
Sound Character Bright, powerful, high-frequency, long sustain
Weight Heavy

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s the heaviest and brightest in the Signature line, offering significantly more volume and sustain than the thinner models like the Medium or Thin.
Yes, it’s a proprietary alloy, offering a more complex, shimmering overtone series and a uniquely responsive feel compared to their other bronze blends.
While powerful, its volume and projection might be overwhelming in a smaller space; consider its impact carefully for quieter environments.

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