Sabian 18" AA Suspended Orchestral

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Sabian 18" AA Suspended Orchestral

Sabian

18" AA Suspended Orchestral

5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 569584
Brand: Sabian
Model: 18" AA Suspended Orchestral
Price: $471.90

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This Sabian 18” AA Suspended Orchestral is a beautifully crafted cymbal that excels in orchestral settings. It's got a gorgeous, shimmering wash and really projects, making it perfect for film scores or large ensemble work where you need a focused, bright suspended sound. Not a workhorse for rock or pop, but a truly stunning orchestral tool.

Product Description

  • Sabian 18" AA Suspended Orchestral
  • Suspended Orchestra Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 18"
  • AA Series
  • Thickness: thin
  • Bright
  • penetrating sound
  • full of dynamic energy and presence
  • Weight: approx. 1.5 kg
PROS
  • • The thin profile delivers a remarkably responsive and controlled wash.
  • • Sabian's AA bronze provides a bright, shimmering fundamental tone.
  • • Excellent projection; cuts through orchestral arrangements with ease.
  • • Hammering creates complex overtones without excessive harshness.
CONS
  • • Thinness makes it susceptible to cracking with aggressive playing.
  • • Limited tonal palette; best suited for primarily bright orchestral sounds.
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for budget-conscious percussionists.

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Key Features

Size 18"
Material AA Bronze
Sound Character Bright, penetrating, full of dynamic energy
Weight 1.5 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Sabian is generally brighter and more focused, lacking the Zildjian’s slightly darker, more complex undertones; it’s a more direct sound.
While the sound quality is excellent, the thinness requires careful handling; it's better suited for more experienced players or those under close supervision.
This excels in orchestral, film score, and neo-classical music where a clear, shimmering suspended sound is desired.

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