Zultan 17" Crash Dark Matter
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Zultan
17" Crash Dark Matter
Product Info
Article Number:
382738
Brand:
Zultan
Model:
17" Crash Dark Matter
Category:
17" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$163.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Zultan Dark Matter 17-inch crash is a solid choice for drummers who prefer a darker, more musical crash without the excessive sustain. It's a great all-around cymbal, particularly well-suited for jazz, acoustic, and more nuanced rock styles where you don't want a harsh, overpowering crash.
Product Description
- Zultan 17" Crash Dark Matter
- Crash cymbal
- Size: 17"
- Dark Matter Line
- A dark crash cymbal
- 100% hand-hammered
- Dark
- warm sounding character with a wide dynamic range and a fine overtone structure
PROS
- • Hand-hammered construction delivers a complex, nuanced wash of sound.
- • Dark Matter line provides a noticeably warmer, more controlled crash than brighter Zultan models.
- • 17-inch size offers a versatile balance between volume and responsiveness.
- • The fine overtone structure minimizes unwanted ringing, allowing for clean mixes.
CONS
- • Dark character might be too subdued for players seeking a splashy, cutting crash.
- • 100% hand-hammering means slight variations in appearance and response are expected.
- • While affordable, it may not offer the same level of complexity as premium, hand-crafted cymbals.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
17 in
Material
B20 Bronze (80% Copper, 20% Tin)
Finish
Dark, Hand-Hammered
Sound Character
Dark, Warm, Controlled, Wide Dynamic Range
Weight
Medium-Thin (approximately 1200g)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Dark Matter line is noticeably darker and warmer than Zultan’s brighter offerings, with less sustain and a more focused sound.
While all are hand-hammered, slight variations in the hammering pattern are inherent, leading to unique tonal characteristics in each cymbal.
It's versatile, but a brighter, more aggressive cymbal might be preferable for extremely loud, high-impact rock or metal genres.
