20" HHX RED LIGHT CRASH

20" HHX Red Light Crash

The HHX Red Light Crash captures a buttery feel and smooth attack that translates responsively to tape and DAW, making it an essential choice for both tracking and mixing-focused sessions. Developed in collaboration with Todd Sucherman, this cymbal blends the dark, smoky complexity of Artisan with the bright crystalline shimmer and cut of AAX—a pairing engineered specifically for the recording environment.

Tone & Sonic Character

This crash produces a dark, complex tone anchored by rich, smoky fundamentals, with an added high-end shimmer that cuts clearly through overheads and close-mic placements. The 20" size is uniquely voiced for maximum musicality, and when used together with other Red Light Crashes, the cymbals interact like piano notes, revealing new textures and tones in every combination.

Recording Performance & Design

The buttery feel and smooth response deliver consistent, predictable takes in the studio or on stage. Each Red Light Crash is crafted to complement the others in the series, building a cohesive and flexible cymbal palette that adapts across genres and session styles.

Key Features

• 20" diameter crash cymbal
• Dark, complex tone with bright crystalline shimmer
• Blends Artisan dark complexity with AAX clarity and cut
• Voiced specifically for recording environments
• Buttery feel and smooth, musical attack
• Developed in collaboration with Todd Sucherman
• Designed to complement other Red Light Crash sizes
• Cuts clearly in overhead and close-mic placements

The 20" HHX Red Light Crash is an excellent choice for recording engineers and session drummers seeking a crash that balances dark, nuanced tone with production clarity and reliable, playable response.