Zildjian 19" K-Series Paper Thin Crash
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Zildjian
19" K-Series Paper Thin Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
572218
Brand:
Zildjian
Model:
19" K-Series Paper Thin Crash
Category:
19" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$504.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 19in K-Series Paper Thin crash is a real beauty – it’s got that gorgeous, dark Zildjian shimmer but with a super-fast decay. It’s perfect for players seeking a sensitive, expressive crash for genres like jazz, acoustic, and quieter rock where a quick, controlled crash is key.
Product Description
- Zildjian 19" K-Series Paper Thin Crash
- Crash Cymbal
- Size: 19"
- K-Series
- Explosive
- dark crash cymbal from the K-Series with fast decay and buttery soft under-stick feel
- Manufactured in the new three-stage hammering process
PROS
- • Exceptional dark, shimmering wash with a rapid decay.
- • The paper-thin profile offers a remarkably responsive, sensitive feel.
- • Zildjian’s three-stage hammering delivers complex overtones.
- • K-Series bronze provides a warm, musical, and nuanced sonic palette.
CONS
- • Paper-thin construction makes it fragile and prone to cracking.
- • Limited projection; not ideal for very loud, high-energy situations.
- • The dark sound isn't universally appealing – can sound muddy in brighter mixes.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
19 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Brushed/Lathed
Sound Character
Dark, Explosive, Washed
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Paper Thin is significantly less durable; it’s designed for a fast decay and requires extra care to avoid damage.
While it’ll crash, its lower volume and quick decay mean it’ll get lost in a very loud mix; a heavier crash is more suitable.
Absolutely; K-Series bronze has a richer, darker, and more complex tonal character compared to the brighter, more focused A-Series bronze.
