Zildjian 18" S Series Trash Crash

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Zildjian 18" S Series Trash Crash

Zildjian

18" S Series Trash Crash

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 380566
Brand: Zildjian
Model: 18" S Series Trash Crash
Price: $203.50

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The Zildjian S Series Trash Crash is a real character piece – it's not your go-to splashy crash, but it’s perfect for adding a chaotic, industrial edge to rock, metal, or experimental music. The unlathed design gives it a raw, unpredictable response that’s surprisingly expressive, and the B12 bronze gives it a unique voice.

Product Description

  • Zildjian 18" S Series Trash Crash
  • Trash Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 18"
  • S Series
  • Material: B12 bronze alloy (88% copper
  • 12% tin)
  • Brilliant finish
  • Bright and open sound
  • Unlathed on both sides
PROS
  • • B12 bronze delivers a unique, trashy character unlike standard crashes.
  • • Unlathed surfaces enhance the raw, textured, and unpredictable sound.
  • • Brilliant finish provides visual appeal and a brighter initial attack.
  • • 18-inch size offers a manageable volume and versatile placement options.
CONS
  • • The aggressive sound isn’t suitable for all musical genres or playing styles.
  • • B12 bronze can be more prone to cracking than higher bronze alloys.
  • • Lacks the wash and sustain of a traditional crash, feeling more 'hit-and-done'.

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Key Features

Size 18 in
Material B12 bronze alloy (88% copper, 12% tin)
Finish Brilliant
Sound Character Bright, open, trashy, raw, textured
Weight Medium-thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

The A Custom Trash Splash is thinner and more splashy; this S Series crash has more body and sustain for a more impactful, percussive sound.
Yes, it’s plenty loud, but its aggressive, short sustain means it won’t carry like a traditional crash; it’s more for accents and fills.
While the brilliant finish initially gives it brightness, the unlathed nature quickly dominates, resulting in a raw, textured sound that overrides the visual finish.

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