Paiste 20" Rude Thin Crash
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Paiste
20" Rude Thin Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
191289
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
20" Rude Thin Crash
Category:
20" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$394.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Rude Thin is a surprisingly versatile crash – it's got that signature Paiste darkness, but the thinness gives it a really quick response. Perfect for rock, metal, or any genre needing a dark, explosive accent without getting lost in the wash. It's a solid choice for intermediate to advanced players.
Product Description
- Paiste 20" Rude Thin Crash
- Thin Crash Cymbal
- Rude Series
- Size: 20"
- Full
- dark
- energetic basic tone with a brilliant overtone
- Extremely flexible
- With a compact basic tone
- Quick response
- explosive
- Short decay
PROS
- • Brilliant overtone cuts through dense mixes effectively.
- • Paiste’s signature bronze alloy delivers a warm, complex fundamental.
- • Thin profile provides exceptional responsiveness and quick attack.
- • Rude series construction offers surprising durability for a thin crash.
CONS
- • The dark tone might be too subdued for brighter musical styles.
- • Can be overly explosive for players seeking a more controlled crash.
- • Higher price point compared to entry-level crash cymbals.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20 in
Material
Paiste Bronze (PA Bronze 100)
Finish
Brushed/Lathed
Sound Character
Full, dark, energetic, brilliant overtone
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Signature Rude is thicker and has a more sustained, trashier sound; the Thin is quicker and more focused with a clearer, more defined edge.
No, the brushing and lathing contribute to the cymbal’s complex tone and responsiveness, breaking up the surface and affecting vibration patterns.
While dark, the brilliant overtone and quick attack help it cut through, but if you primarily need a piercing, bright crash, this might not be ideal.
