Sabian Artisan 18" Crash

Group: Crashes
Type: Crash
Size: 18 Inch
Series: Artisan
Weight: 1285g, 1346g, 1369g, 1370g, 1381g, 1382g, 1398g, 1423g, 1427g
Median Weight: 1381g (n=9)
Years of production: 2009 - Present
Sound file: Artisan 18" Crash
Artisan 18" Crash
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Artisan 18" Crash
Artisan 18" Crash
Artisan 18" Crash
Artisan 18" Crash
Artisan 18" Crash
Artisan 18" Crash
Artisan 18" Crash
Artisan 18" Crash
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Review: "The 16" and 18" crashes played and sounded exactly as described on Sabian's Web site. They were warm and complex and opened up sonically with the lightest of taps, making them extremely expressive. The low end was very rich, and there was a definite drop-off of higher frequencies as the cymbal sustained. Due to the minimal high end and relatively thin body of the cymbals, they may not be good at cutting through at extremely high volumes. But they weren't made to be smacked on stage at a punk show (although, of course, there are no rules). As is usually the case with cymbals that open up easily, Artisan crashes got out of the way quickly too. While the initial crash sound was wide and full, it dissipated rapidly, leaving a dark, somewhat trashy fundamental tone for most of the sustain.

Both sizes performed beautifully when I used them to supplement my two rides on jazz trio gigs. You don't need to hit these crashes hard to coax out their sound, which makes them excellent for this type of performance. I also used them for a funk session, and they fit the bill there as well. Their controlled volume and complex sound opened up for just the right amount of time before hiding away until the next hit."

Review written by Anthony Riscica ("Sabian Artisan Vault and Radia Nano Hi-Hats", Modern Drummer, July 2009, p. 38)

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