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Zildjian A 18" Rock Crash Cymbal
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Zildjian A 18″ Rock Crash Cymbal

£221.00

You’ll love this if…you love the classic Zildjian sound and you’re looking for a loud crash that you can hit hard but has the versatility to play in a number of styles! The A series embodies the classic Zildjian tone.  Recently updated by the Zildjian sound lab, the A series carries the torch that defines […]

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You’ll love this if…you love the classic Zildjian sound and you’re looking for a loud crash that you can hit hard but has the versatility to play in a number of styles!

The A series embodies the classic Zildjian tone.  Recently updated by the Zildjian sound lab, the A series carries the torch that defines the standard for cymbal sounds into the modern age.

This particular cymbal is an 18″ Rock Crash. Designed to be played loud, this cymbal is perfect if you enjoy playing heavier music styles. It has a higher pitched, hard and loud tone that can carry over the overdrive guitar tones in a rock band

Highest-pitched. Hard, loud, crash.

Specifications

  • CATEGORY: A ZILDJIAN SERIES
  • SKU: A0252
  • TYPE: CRASH
  • SIZE: 18 IN. / 45.72 CM.
  • WEIGHT: MEDIUM HEAVY
  • FINISH: TRADITIONAL FINISH
  • BELL SIZE: MEDIUM
  • PROFILE: MEDIUM
  • PITCH: HIGH
  • SOUND: BRIGHT/MID
  • VOLUME: LOUD
  • BALANCE: CUT
  • SUSTAIN: LONG
  • SKILL LEVEL: ADVANCED, BEGINNER, INTERMEDIATE, PROFESSIONAL

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Zildjian

Zildjian is one of the oldest and most respected names in drumming, with a history that stretches back over 400 years. Founded as a family-run cymbal-making craft, Zildjian has become the world’s leading cymbal manufacturer, setting the standard for sound, consistency, and musical expression across generations of drummers.

Zildjian cymbals are used in every style of music, from rock, pop, jazz, metal, and punk through to orchestral, marching, and world percussion. Their ranges cover everything from bright, cutting cymbals for live performance to darker, more complex sounds suited to studio and jazz playing. This breadth makes Zildjian a go-to choice for beginners buying their first cymbals as well as touring professionals and recording artists.

Beyond cymbals, Zildjian also produces drumsticks, mallets, and accessories, supporting drummers across their entire setup. The brand’s longevity, innovation, and close relationship with drummers worldwide have made Zildjian not just a manufacturer, but a cornerstone of modern drumming culture.

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