Paiste 18" 900 Color Sound Crash RED

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Paiste 18" 900 Color Sound Crash RED

Paiste

18" 900 Color Sound Crash RED

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Product Info

Article Number: 407579
Brand: Paiste
Model: 18" 900 Color Sound Crash RED
Price: $207.90

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This Paiste 900 Color Sound Crash RED is a solid, dependable crash for players needing a full, warm sound without spending a fortune. It’s a great all-rounder, particularly good for rock, pop, and lighter jazz, and the red finish adds a touch of visual flair. It's a workhorse cymbal for drummers who want quality and consistency.

Product Description

  • Paiste 18" 900 Color Sound Crash RED
  • Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 18"
  • 900 Colour Sound Series
  • Made of B8 (2002) bronze
  • Full sound with a strong
  • warm tone
  • For all music styles
  • Colour: Red
PROS
  • • B8 bronze delivers a warm, full tone suitable for diverse musical styles.
  • • The RED color provides a unique aesthetic and visual presence on stage.
  • • Paiste’s 900 series offers a reliable, consistent quality for gigging musicians.
  • • The 18 in size provides a manageable crash with a surprising amount of projection.
CONS
  • • B8 bronze isn't as complex or nuanced as Paiste’s higher-end alloys.
  • • The bright, warm tone might be too mellow for heavier, more aggressive genres.
  • • The finish is relatively basic and can be prone to scratching with heavy use.

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Key Features

Size 18 in
Material B8 Bronze (2002 Alloy)
Finish Brushed
Sound Character Warm, Full, Moderately Bright
Weight Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

The RED finish is purely cosmetic, but it can subtly alter the cymbal’s responsiveness and sustain – often perceived as slightly warmer and more controlled.
Absolutely. The 18 in size is forgiving, the sound is versatile, and the build quality is robust enough to withstand learning mistakes.
B8 bronze is durable and resists cracking well, but it won't develop the complex overtones of higher-alloy Paiste cymbals over time.

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