Zultan 17" Crash CS Series

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Zultan 17" Crash CS Series

Zultan

17" Crash CS Series

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 281098
Brand: Zultan
Model: 17" Crash CS Series
Price: $229.90

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This Zultan 17in Crash is a really solid choice for drummers looking for a full, expressive crash without spending a fortune. The B25 bronze gives it a lovely warmth, perfect for genres like jazz, acoustic, or even lighter rock – it’s a versatile workhorse that responds beautifully to different playing styles.

Product Description

  • Zultan 17" Crash CS Series
  • Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 17"
  • Premium Crash cymbal made in accordance with a Turkish tradition
  • CS Series
  • Made of B25 bronze
  • Hand hammered
  • Hand sealed and polished
  • Full and very dynamic sound with rich overtones
PROS
  • • B25 bronze delivers a warm, complex tone with shimmering overtones.
  • • Hand-hammering creates a responsive, musical feel under the stick.
  • • The hand-sealed finish helps retain the cymbal's bright character over time.
  • • Well-balanced weight provides excellent projection and dynamic range.
CONS
  • • The sound, while versatile, might lack the extreme cut needed for heavier genres.
  • • B25 bronze, while excellent, isn't as bright as B8, limiting its ultimate sizzle.
  • • The hand-hammered nature can lead to slight inconsistencies in playing feel.

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Key Features

Size 17 in
Material B25 Bronze
Finish Hand Sealed and Polished
Sound Character Warm, Dynamic, Rich Overtone Blend
Weight Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

The hand-hammering gives it a unique responsiveness and tonal complexity not always found in mass-produced B25 cymbals, offering a more nuanced sound.
While it's dynamic, its warmer tone and medium weight might get lost in very loud, aggressive mixes; a brighter, thinner cymbal would be more suitable.
The hand sealing protects the cymbal’s initial brightness, but regular playing will naturally wear it down; it’s designed to age gracefully, developing character over time.

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