Paiste 20" 900 Color Heavy Crash BK

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Paiste 20" 900 Color Heavy Crash BK

Paiste

20" 900 Color Heavy Crash BK

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 407546
Brand: Paiste
Model: 20" 900 Color Heavy Crash BK
Price: $251.90

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This 900 Color Heavy Crash is a solid workhorse for rock, pop, and heavier styles. The B8 bronze gives it that classic Paiste warmth, while the heavier build delivers a powerful response. It's a great option for drummers wanting a full, dark crash without the premium price tag of the Signature series.

Product Description

  • Paiste 20" 900 Color Heavy Crash BK
  • Heavy Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 20"
  • 900 Color Sound Series
  • Made from B8 (2002) bronze
  • Full sound with a strong warm undertone and long sustain
  • Can be used for louder musical styles
  • Special finish slightly darkens the cymbals and amplifies the lathing grooves and hammer marks
PROS
  • • B8 bronze delivers a warm, full sound characteristic of Paiste’s legacy.
  • • Heavy weight provides a substantial feel and powerful, cutting crash.
  • • Color Heavy designation offers a darker, more complex wash than standard crashes.
  • • The darkened finish enhances visual appeal and highlights the hand-hammering detail.
CONS
  • • The heavier weight might be fatiguing for players with a lighter touch.
  • • Sound leans towards darker tones, limiting versatility in brighter genres.
  • • 900 series represents a mid-range offering; higher series provide more refinement.

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Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B8 bronze
Finish Darkened, hand-lathing
Sound Character Warm, full, dark, long sustain
Weight Heavy

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Color Heavy has a noticeably darker and more complex sound, plus more weight, making it cut through louder mixes better.
The darkened finish isn’t just cosmetic; it subtly dampens the cymbal, contributing to the darker, warmer tonal character.
While versatile, the darker and heavier sound is better suited for rock or pop; a jazz drummer might prefer a lighter, brighter crash.

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