Paiste 18" 900 Series Crash
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Paiste
18" 900 Series Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
407496
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
18" 900 Series Crash
Category:
18" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$196.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Paiste 900 series is a solid, reliable crash – a real workhorse. It’s got a lovely warmth and a nice, controlled wash, making it perfect for gigging musicians or students looking for a dependable cymbal without breaking the bank. It’s a great all-rounder, though it's not going to blow you away with extreme dynamics.
Product Description
- Paiste 18" 900 Series Crash
- Crash Cymbal
- Size: 18"
- "900" Series
- Made of B8 (2002) bronze
- Full sound with a strong
- warm tone
- Universally applicable
- Special dark finish that emphasises the hammer marks
PROS
- • B8 bronze alloy provides a warm, responsive feel and sustain.
- • Dark finish visually appealing and subtly dampens overtones.
- • Universally applicable; works well across various musical genres.
- • Paiste’s quality control ensures consistent sound and reliable performance.
CONS
- • B8 bronze isn’t as complex or nuanced as higher-grade alloys.
- • The dark finish can muffle the cymbal’s higher frequencies slightly.
- • May lack the projection needed for very loud, large stage environments.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
B8 bronze (2002 alloy)
Finish
Dark, hand-hammered
Sound Character
Warm, full, balanced, medium sustain
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 900 series sits below Signature and RS in terms of complexity and refinement; it’s a more budget-friendly option, sacrificing some tonal nuance for durability and versatility.
The dark finish does subtly dampen the cymbal, reducing some high-frequency content and shortening sustain slightly – it's a deliberate design choice for a warmer tone.
It's versatile, but really shines in rock, pop, funk, and lighter jazz styles where a warm, full sound is desired – it's not ideal for aggressively loud metal.
