Zultan 20" Aeon Thin Crash
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Zultan
20" Aeon Thin Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
540986
Brand:
Zultan
Model:
20" Aeon Thin Crash
Category:
20" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$284.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Zultan Aeon is a really lovely crash – it's got that warm, complex sound you just don't get from a lot of thinner cymbals. It’s a great option for players needing a splashy, expressive crash without the harshness, and it’ll sit nicely in a wide range of genres from jazz to pop.
Product Description
- Zultan 20" Aeon Thin Crash
- Thin Crash Cymbal
- Size: 20"
- Material: B25 bronze alloy (75% copper
- 25% tin)
- Hand-hammered
- Completely handmade cymbal with unlathed bell
- Full and bright sound paired with a longer decay
- Suitable for any style
- Handmade in Turkey
PROS
- • B25 bronze delivers a warm, complex tone uncommon in thinner crashes.
- • Hand-hammering creates a responsive, musical wash and shimmering overtones.
- • Unlathed bell provides a more natural, organic feel and enhanced projection.
- • The longer decay adds a beautiful sustain, useful for expressive playing.
CONS
- • Thin profile makes it potentially fragile; requires careful handling and mounting.
- • B25 alloy, while excellent, may not have the extreme brightness of B8.
- • While versatile, it might lack the aggressive cut needed for heavier metal genres.
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Key Features
Size
20"
Material
B25 bronze alloy (75% copper, 25% tin)
Finish
Natural, hand-hammered
Sound Character
Warm, bright, full, with a long decay and shimmering overtones
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
B25 generally offers a more complex and warmer tonal palette with a more nuanced character than B8, though it may lack some of the immediate brightness.
While anyone can appreciate its sound, the responsiveness and subtle nuances of the hand-hammering are best utilized by intermediate to advanced players who can really dial in its expressive qualities.
A felt-covered cymbal sleeve is a must, and a low-mass stand with good vibration dampening will help prevent unwanted ringing and potential damage.
