Paiste 20" Traditional Thin Crash
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Paiste
20" Traditional Thin Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
442529
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
20" Traditional Thin Crash
Category:
20" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$680.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Traditional Thin crash is a real gem – incredibly responsive and musical. It's perfect for players seeking a sophisticated, nuanced crash sound for jazz, acoustic, or more delicate studio work. The fast decay and shimmering bell create a really unique sonic signature.
Product Description
- Paiste 20" Traditional Thin Crash
- Thin crash cymbals
- Size: 20"
- Traditional Collection
- Dark
- transparent
- warm crash sound
- Huge frequency range
- Extremely fast
- sensitive
- soft attack with balanced decay behaviour
PROS
- • Exceptional clarity and sustain for a 'thin' cymbal.
- • Paiste's bronze alloy delivers a warm, complex sonic palette.
- • Fast attack and responsive feel ideal for nuanced playing.
- • Beautifully hammered bell produces a rich, shimmering overtone series.
CONS
- • Can be overly sensitive for heavier hitters or louder genres.
- • The 'thin' nature makes it prone to cracking with mishandling.
- • Limited versatility; excels in quieter settings, less impactful in rock.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20 in
Material
Paiste Bronze 2002
Finish
Traditional (Polished)
Sound Character
Dark, transparent, warm, shimmering
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Signature Thin is brighter and more focused; this Traditional Thin has a wider frequency range and a more complex, vintage character.
While well-made, the 'thin' profile requires careful handling and isn't as robust as heavier Paiste models for regular, high-impact playing.
It really shines in genres that benefit from a warm, nuanced crash – think acoustic, jazz, Latin, and even softer rock or indie.
