Difference between revisions of "A Zildjian 15" Fast Crash"
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'''Group:''' [[Zildjian Types and Models#Crashes|Crashes]]<br> | '''Group:''' [[Zildjian Types and Models#Crashes|Crashes]]<br> | ||
| − | '''Type:''' [[ | + | '''Type:''' [[Zildjian Fast Crash|Fast Crash]]<br> |
'''Size:''' 15 Inch<br> | '''Size:''' 15 Inch<br> | ||
'''Series:''' [[A Zildjian|A Zildjian]]<br> | '''Series:''' [[A Zildjian|A Zildjian]]<br> | ||
| − | '''Weight:''' | + | '''Weight:''' 766g (2011 Serial Number), 789g, 800g (2012 Serial Number), 802g, 805g <br> |
| + | '''Median Weight:''' 800g (n=5)<br> | ||
'''Years of production:''' 2005 - Present<br> | '''Years of production:''' 2005 - Present<br> | ||
| − | '''Sound file:''' | + | '''Sound file:''' [https://youtu.be/HpQcUJvIEbQ?si=3VmbsBcgni-BT5sk A Zildjian 15" Thin Crash] <br> |
| + | [https://youtu.be/KnLpz97JJ3w?si=Jorllxz0RFPlPWGk A Zildjian 15" Fast Crash]<br> | ||
| + | [https://youtu.be/S-5vup1X9pU?si=UaWQ-FOgwHs2cF2J A Zildjian 15" Fast Crash]<br> | ||
| + | [https://youtu.be/fZPEq5bgAAY?si=9j_BOd2aV22RX_cH A Zildjian 15" Fast Crash]<br> | ||
'''Zildjian's Description:''' [[Zildjian Fast Crash#A Zildjian|<<< - >>>]]<br> | '''Zildjian's Description:''' [[Zildjian Fast Crash#A Zildjian|<<< - >>>]]<br> | ||
| − | '''Review:''' <br> | + | '''Review:''' "The 14" and 15" crashes were very bright, yet refined. <br> |
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| + | The 15" is not quite as complex, but it still projected a sweet sound with a slightly shorter decay time than a traditional 15" would possess." | ||
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| + | Review written by Paul Bielewicz ("Product Close-Up - Zildjian A Fast Crash and Splash Cymbals - Familiar Sound, Faster Response", Modern Drummer, May 2006, p. 35)<br> | ||
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| + | '''Review:''' "There are five new crashes covering each inch from 14" to 18". The A Zildjian range already includes a fair number of thin crashes and splashes. Generally speaking, the thinner a cymbal the lower its pitch, but the speedier its initial response. The difference is that while the new Fast crashes are indeed lightweight, fast and fairly deep in timbre, they nevertheless retain their brightness. | ||
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| + | So yes, they're incisive, but they also have body and character. | ||
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| + | Zildjian suggests this is in part due to the newly designed, smallish bell. The bigger the bell on a cymbal the more ride-like it becomes and crashing it can feel a bit oafish. So it was with great pleasure we found these new Fast crashes responded instantly and have that lovely silvery smoothness - Zildjian describes it as 'buttery' - which really does make your mouth water. | ||
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| + | You know you can slip a Fast crash or splash in at will without getting the evil eye from your singer. | ||
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| + | The smaller bell and lighter weight also mean the cymbals are not so loud, but are quicker to build up and to decay. They spark into life with the merest of glancing blows, provide just enough wash and then die gracefully. They don't hang around muddying up the sound. | ||
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| + | Somehow Zildjian have achieved this without sacrificing too much body, so that the overall tone is extremely pleasant. There's an orchestral purity which is tasteful without being insipid. Starting with the 14" and 15" these are lightning strikes which will serve to make precise interjections in any style of music, adding colour and variety." | ||
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| + | Review written by Music Radar Team ("Zildjian A Series Fast Crash 14" review", [https://www.musicradar.com/reviews/drums/zildjian-a-series-fast-crash-14-26837 musicradar.com], November 29, 2007)<br> | ||
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'''Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | '''Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | ||
Latest revision as of 11:46, 2 June 2025
Group: Crashes
Type: Fast Crash
Size: 15 Inch
Series: A Zildjian
Weight: 766g (2011 Serial Number), 789g, 800g (2012 Serial Number), 802g, 805g
Median Weight: 800g (n=5)
Years of production: 2005 - Present
Sound file: A Zildjian 15" Thin Crash
A Zildjian 15" Fast Crash
A Zildjian 15" Fast Crash
A Zildjian 15" Fast Crash
Zildjian's Description: <<< - >>>
Review: "The 14" and 15" crashes were very bright, yet refined.
The 15" is not quite as complex, but it still projected a sweet sound with a slightly shorter decay time than a traditional 15" would possess."
Review written by Paul Bielewicz ("Product Close-Up - Zildjian A Fast Crash and Splash Cymbals - Familiar Sound, Faster Response", Modern Drummer, May 2006, p. 35)
Review: "There are five new crashes covering each inch from 14" to 18". The A Zildjian range already includes a fair number of thin crashes and splashes. Generally speaking, the thinner a cymbal the lower its pitch, but the speedier its initial response. The difference is that while the new Fast crashes are indeed lightweight, fast and fairly deep in timbre, they nevertheless retain their brightness.
So yes, they're incisive, but they also have body and character.
Zildjian suggests this is in part due to the newly designed, smallish bell. The bigger the bell on a cymbal the more ride-like it becomes and crashing it can feel a bit oafish. So it was with great pleasure we found these new Fast crashes responded instantly and have that lovely silvery smoothness - Zildjian describes it as 'buttery' - which really does make your mouth water.
You know you can slip a Fast crash or splash in at will without getting the evil eye from your singer.
The smaller bell and lighter weight also mean the cymbals are not so loud, but are quicker to build up and to decay. They spark into life with the merest of glancing blows, provide just enough wash and then die gracefully. They don't hang around muddying up the sound.
Somehow Zildjian have achieved this without sacrificing too much body, so that the overall tone is extremely pleasant. There's an orchestral purity which is tasteful without being insipid. Starting with the 14" and 15" these are lightning strikes which will serve to make precise interjections in any style of music, adding colour and variety."
Review written by Music Radar Team ("Zildjian A Series Fast Crash 14" review", musicradar.com, November 29, 2007)
Artist/song where it can be heard:
