Difference between revisions of "Sabian Paragon 20" Crash"
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'''Size:''' 20 Inch<br> | '''Size:''' 20 Inch<br> | ||
'''Series:''' [[Sabian Paragon|Paragon]]<br> | '''Series:''' [[Sabian Paragon|Paragon]]<br> | ||
| − | '''Weight:''' 2122g, 2144g, 2180g, 2218g, 2248g, 2250g, 2270g, 2325g<br> | + | '''Weight:''' 2122g, 2144g, 2157g, 2180g, 2218g, 2248g, 2250g, 2254g, 2270g, 2325g<br> |
| − | '''Median Weight:''' 2233g (n= | + | '''Median Weight:''' 2233g (n=10)<br> |
'''Years of production:''' 2004 - Present<br> | '''Years of production:''' 2004 - Present<br> | ||
'''Sound File:''' [https://youtu.be/f2_nyCnQQSw?si=FtjSDMQceYoQBFFi Paragon 20" Crash]<br> | '''Sound File:''' [https://youtu.be/f2_nyCnQQSw?si=FtjSDMQceYoQBFFi Paragon 20" Crash]<br> | ||
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'''Sabian's Description:''' [[Sabian Crash#Paragon|<<< - >>>]]<br> | '''Sabian's Description:''' [[Sabian Crash#Paragon|<<< - >>>]]<br> | ||
'''Review:''' "The 16", 18", and 20" crashes are full-bodied and seem best suited for loud playing situations. Sabian's literature states that the AAX "pinpoint" lathing on the tops of the cymbals "makes for a fast, lively response," while the traditional, wider AA style lathing on the bottoms and the hand hammered bell help to provide a "full, rich tone." According to Neil, "This combination proved to be exactly what I had been looking for in a crash cymbal: a unity of rapid attack and swell around a solid, musical sound with a smooth decay." <br> | '''Review:''' "The 16", 18", and 20" crashes are full-bodied and seem best suited for loud playing situations. Sabian's literature states that the AAX "pinpoint" lathing on the tops of the cymbals "makes for a fast, lively response," while the traditional, wider AA style lathing on the bottoms and the hand hammered bell help to provide a "full, rich tone." According to Neil, "This combination proved to be exactly what I had been looking for in a crash cymbal: a unity of rapid attack and swell around a solid, musical sound with a smooth decay." <br> | ||
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High praise indeed, - but merited. All three crashes that we tested opened up quickly when struck at medium volume, but were most effective - and really spread - when struck with force. Under those circumstances they generated a brilliant tone with a beautiful sustaining decay. The three sizes are well matched in tonality, with a nice pitch variation between each."<br> | High praise indeed, - but merited. All three crashes that we tested opened up quickly when struck at medium volume, but were most effective - and really spread - when struck with force. Under those circumstances they generated a brilliant tone with a beautiful sustaining decay. The three sizes are well matched in tonality, with a nice pitch variation between each."<br> | ||
| − | Review written by Mike Haid ("Product Close-Up - Sabian Paragon Cymbals - Tailored For The Tastes of Neil Peart", Modern Drummer, June 2004, p. 27)<br> | + | :Review written by Mike Haid ("Product Close-Up - Sabian Paragon Cymbals - Tailored For The Tastes of Neil Peart", Modern Drummer, June 2004, p. 27)<br> |
'''Review:''' "The medium-thin Paragon Brilliant crashes opened up quickly with a cutting, commanding tone, yet they possessed silvery overtones and a medium decay time. Hitting multiple crashes in succession sounded like individual hits rather than a wall of noise. These attack/decay characteristics remained consistent throughout the size range, resulting in cymbals that sounded identical except for pitch. The 18" and 20" models would make great crash/rides for lighter-hitting players." | '''Review:''' "The medium-thin Paragon Brilliant crashes opened up quickly with a cutting, commanding tone, yet they possessed silvery overtones and a medium decay time. Hitting multiple crashes in succession sounded like individual hits rather than a wall of noise. These attack/decay characteristics remained consistent throughout the size range, resulting in cymbals that sounded identical except for pitch. The 18" and 20" models would make great crash/rides for lighter-hitting players." | ||
| − | Review written by J.R. Frondelli ("Sabian Paragon Brilliant and Vault Artisan Cymbals", Modern Drummer, January 2011, p.20)<br> | + | :Review written by J.R. Frondelli ("Sabian Paragon Brilliant and Vault Artisan Cymbals", Modern Drummer, January 2011, p.20)<br> |
'''Artist/song where it can be heard:''' [[Neil Peart]], [[Ray Luzier]] | '''Artist/song where it can be heard:''' [[Neil Peart]], [[Ray Luzier]] | ||
Latest revision as of 04:06, 24 October 2025
Group: Crashes
Type: Crash
Size: 20 Inch
Series: Paragon
Weight: 2122g, 2144g, 2157g, 2180g, 2218g, 2248g, 2250g, 2254g, 2270g, 2325g
Median Weight: 2233g (n=10)
Years of production: 2004 - Present
Sound File: Paragon 20" Crash
Paragon 20" Crash
Paragon 20" Crash
Paragon 20" Crash
Paragon 20" Crash
Paragon 20" Crash
Paragon 20" Crash
Sabian's Description: <<< - >>>
Review: "The 16", 18", and 20" crashes are full-bodied and seem best suited for loud playing situations. Sabian's literature states that the AAX "pinpoint" lathing on the tops of the cymbals "makes for a fast, lively response," while the traditional, wider AA style lathing on the bottoms and the hand hammered bell help to provide a "full, rich tone." According to Neil, "This combination proved to be exactly what I had been looking for in a crash cymbal: a unity of rapid attack and swell around a solid, musical sound with a smooth decay."
High praise indeed, - but merited. All three crashes that we tested opened up quickly when struck at medium volume, but were most effective - and really spread - when struck with force. Under those circumstances they generated a brilliant tone with a beautiful sustaining decay. The three sizes are well matched in tonality, with a nice pitch variation between each."
- Review written by Mike Haid ("Product Close-Up - Sabian Paragon Cymbals - Tailored For The Tastes of Neil Peart", Modern Drummer, June 2004, p. 27)
Review: "The medium-thin Paragon Brilliant crashes opened up quickly with a cutting, commanding tone, yet they possessed silvery overtones and a medium decay time. Hitting multiple crashes in succession sounded like individual hits rather than a wall of noise. These attack/decay characteristics remained consistent throughout the size range, resulting in cymbals that sounded identical except for pitch. The 18" and 20" models would make great crash/rides for lighter-hitting players."
- Review written by J.R. Frondelli ("Sabian Paragon Brilliant and Vault Artisan Cymbals", Modern Drummer, January 2011, p.20)
Artist/song where it can be heard: Neil Peart, Ray Luzier
