Zildjian 17" I Family Trash Crash

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Zildjian 17" I Family Trash Crash

Zildjian

17" I Family Trash Crash

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 480890
Brand: Zildjian
Model: 17" I Family Trash Crash
Price: $163.90

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This I Family Trash Crash delivers a raw, aggressive sound perfect for rock, metal, and industrial styles. It's a great accent cymbal for adding grit and excitement to your kit, especially if you want a vintage, beaten-up vibe without the extreme expense of a truly vintage piece.

Product Description

  • Zildjian 17" I Family Trash Crash
  • Trash Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 17"
  • I Family Series
  • Material: B8 Bronze
  • Thickness: medium-thin
  • Traditional design
  • Bright sound with fast response
  • Assertive and very suitable for accents
PROS
  • • B8 bronze provides a surprisingly robust and complex trashy tone.
  • • Medium-thin weight offers quick response and easy playability for accents.
  • • Traditional lathing delivers a raw, unpolished aesthetic and sound.
  • • Assertive, cutting sound cuts through dense mixes effectively.
CONS
  • • The B8 alloy limits sustain compared to higher-end bronze cymbals.
  • • The 'trash' character can be overly aggressive for subtle, nuanced playing.
  • • Limited tonal versatility; not ideal as a primary crash cymbal.

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Key Features

Size 17 in
Material B8 Bronze
Finish Brushed/Machine
Sound Character Trashy, Bright, Cutting
Weight Medium-Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

The I Family Trash Crash is larger and heavier, offering a fuller, more sustained trashy sound than the smaller, more splash-oriented A Custom Trash Splash.
It's not ideal for delicate acoustic playing; the aggressive trash character is best suited for louder, more energetic genres.
Yes, the B8 bronze is durable and can handle fairly aggressive playing, though it will develop further patina and character over time.

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