Zultan 17" Q Crash

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Zultan 17" Q Crash

Zultan

17" Q Crash

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 268244
Brand: Zultan
Model: 17" Q Crash
Price: $163.90

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The Zultan Q Crash is a surprisingly versatile option. The contrasting finishes create a really interesting sonic palette – you get a dark, trashy wash alongside a bright shimmer. It's a solid choice for drummers looking for a unique crash with a lot of character without a premium price tag, especially good for rock, pop, and heavier styles.

Product Description

  • Zultan 17" Q Crash
  • Crash Cymbal
  • Q Series
  • A dark and deep
  • full sounding crash cymbal with an incredible dynamic range
  • The outer 2" ring of the upper cymbal has been deeply hammered and left in its untreated and raw state
  • The middle area on the other hand is highly polished with a brilliant surface
  • The bell is also untreated and with visible hammer marks
  • The bottom of the cymbal from the Studio Series is likewise untreated but with a brilliant finish
  • 100% Handmade from B20 bronze
  • Size: 17"
PROS
  • • B20 bronze construction delivers warm, complex overtones
  • • Unique bi-tonal design offers versatile dynamic response
  • • Deep hammering creates a powerful, trashy wash
  • • Polished areas provide clarity and shimmering accents
CONS
  • • Untreated areas may develop patina faster than desired
  • • The raw bell can be a bit clangy for some tastes
  • • Lacks the sustain of higher-end, thinner crash cymbals

Product Video

Key Features

Size 17 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Raw/Polished Bi-Tonal
Sound Character Dark, Full, Washed, Dynamic
Weight Approximately 1300g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The untreated bell adds a raw, almost trashy element, which can be a plus for certain genres but might not suit every playing style.
The polished area has a noticeable brilliance; it’s not a full-on mirror shine, but it definitely reflects light and adds to the cymbal’s complexity.
Compared to similarly priced crashes, the bi-tonal design sets it apart, offering a wider range of sounds and a more complex character than a standard single-finish cymbal.

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