Paiste 18" 2002 Extreme Crash
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Paiste
18" 2002 Extreme Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
457872
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
18" 2002 Extreme Crash
Category:
18" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$346.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The 2002 Extreme is a workhorse crash – it’s got a serious punch and volume that'll really make your kit heard. It’s built tough, so it'll take a beating, but its bright, cutting sound is best suited for rock, metal, and other high-energy genres where you need to cut through the noise.
Product Description
- Paiste 18" 2002 Extreme Crash
- Crash Cymbal
- Size: 18"
- 2002 Series
- Material: CuSn8 Bronze
- Bright
- cutting attack
- Warm and very loud crash sound
- Improved durability
- Perfect for heavy-hitters
PROS
- • CuSn8 bronze alloy delivers a bright, responsive attack.
- • The hammering pattern creates a complex, shimmering overtone series.
- • Improved durability handles heavier playing without cracking easily.
- • Loud volume and projection cut through even dense musical mixes.
CONS
- • The bright sound isn't ideal for softer, more nuanced musical styles.
- • Can be a bit unforgiving – requires precise striking for controlled dynamics.
- • Premium-priced compared to entry-level cymbals from other brands.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
CuSn8 Bronze
Finish
Brushed
Sound Character
Bright, Cutting, Warm, Loud
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Extreme has a more aggressive hammering pattern, resulting in a louder, brighter sound and greater projection than the standard 2002.
No, its bright and loud character isn’t well-suited for subtle, dynamic jazz or acoustic playing; a darker, thinner crash would be a better choice.
Regular cleaning with a Paiste cymbal cleaner and occasional polishing will help prevent buildup and maintain its bright tone, protecting the bronze alloy.
