Sabian 19" AAX AAXplosion Crash
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Sabian
19" AAX AAXplosion Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
174171
Brand:
Sabian
Model:
19" AAX AAXplosion Crash
Category:
19" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$471.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This AAXplosion is a solid choice for modern, energetic music—think pop, rock, and funk. It cuts through the mix really well and offers a good amount of control for quieter passages, but it's not the warmest sounding crash out there. If you want a bright, responsive cymbal that’s built well, this is a great option.
Product Description
- Sabian 19" AAX AAXplosion Crash
- Crash
- AAX series
- Size: 19”
- AAXplosion crash
- Brillant finish
- Clear
- well defined cymbal sound
- Wide dynamic range
- Usable for all styles of music
PROS
- • The AAXplosion's hammering creates a complex, shimmering wash.
- • Its brilliant finish provides excellent projection and visual appeal.
- • The medium weight allows for a broad dynamic range, from quiet whispers to explosive crashes.
- • Sabian’s B20 bronze alloy delivers a bright, modern, and relatively controlled sound.
CONS
- • The AAX series leans towards a brighter sound, limiting versatility with darker musical styles.
- • The price point places it in a premium-priced category, a barrier for budget-conscious drummers.
- • While responsive, the thin profile might not hold up as well under heavy, aggressive playing as thicker cymbals.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
19 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Brilliant
Sound Character
Bright, shimmering, controlled
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
The AAXplosion is brighter and more cutting, while the Modern Mesh offers a warmer, more complex, and quieter response.
It's perfectly fine for beginners, but a slightly darker, more forgiving crash might be easier to control initially.
Absolutely; the AAXplosion's hammering creates those shimmering overtones and contributes to its overall brightness and projection.
