Paiste 2002 Crash Cymbal 18"

Paiste 2002 18" Crash Cymbal – Bright, Explosive Rock Sound

The Paiste 2002 18" Crash Cymbal delivers the bright, cutting tone that defined rock music for nearly 50 years. Crafted from Paiste's legendary 2002 bronze alloy—92% copper and 8% tin—this cymbal combines explosive attack with warm, lively shimmer. Despite its "medium" classification, it features a medium-thin profile that responds beautifully to both powerful strikes and delicate touches, making it equally at home in rock, pop, or any genre demanding clarity and presence.

This cymbal excels in live and studio settings where definition matters. The stick sound is washy yet intense with balanced sustain, while the integrated bell produces a musical, cutting tone. Even at softer dynamics, the 2002 maintains excellent articulation and tonal clarity, ensuring your crash cuts through the mix without muddiness.

Key Features

• 18" diameter crash cymbal with medium-thin weight profile
• 92% copper, 8% tin bronze alloy—industry-standard 2002 series composition
• Bright, explosive crash with warm, lively shimmer and excellent sustain
• Responsive at all dynamic levels—defined tone even on soft strikes
• Integrated bell with clear, musical cut for added tonal complexity
• Washy, intense stick sound ideal for rock, pop, and contemporary music
• Professional-grade cymbal trusted by drummers worldwide for 50+ years