Zildjian 16" S Series Trash Crash

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Zildjian 16" S Series Trash Crash

Zildjian

16" S Series Trash Crash

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 380565
Brand: Zildjian
Model: 16" S Series Trash Crash
Price: $181.50

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This S Series Trash Crash is a blast—seriously raw and attention-grabbing. It’s a great option for drummers needing that unique, chaotic sound for rock, industrial, or anything that wants to cut through the mix. It’s a fantastic, affordable way to add some serious attitude to your kit.

Product Description

  • Zildjian 16" S Series Trash Crash
  • Trash Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 16"
  • S Series
  • Material: B12 bronze alloy (88% copper
  • 12% tin)
  • Brilliant finish
  • Bright
  • open sound
  • Both sides can be used
PROS
  • • B12 bronze delivers a raw, trashy character unlike typical crashes
  • • Thin profile provides excellent responsiveness and quick decay
  • • Brilliant finish enhances the high-frequency trashiness and projection
  • • Versatile enough for industrial, rock, and experimental music styles
CONS
  • • The raw sound may be too aggressive for softer genres like jazz
  • • B12 bronze isn’t as durable as higher-end Zildjian alloys
  • • Lacks the complex overtones of more expensive crash cymbals

Product Video

Key Features

Size 16 in
Material B12 bronze alloy (88% copper, 12% tin)
Finish Brilliant
Sound Character Bright, trashy, explosive
Weight Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's significantly more aggressive and less wash-y than a standard crash, with a shorter sustain and a more biting, trashy timbre.
Probably not; its loud, explosive nature is best suited for louder, more energetic music where it can truly shine.
The S Series is generally more raw and affordable, while the A Series offers a more refined and complex sound, often at a higher price point.

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