20" STRATUS DRY CRASH

20" STRATUS DRY CRASH

The 20" Stratus Dry Crash delivers controlled, focused articulation with rapid decay—essential for recording sessions where definition cuts through dense arrangements without excessive wash. The extra-thin profile and aggressive hammering protocol produce a dark, textured response that sits clearly in a mix while retaining musical character. This crash excels in productions demanding tight, articulate accents and predictable sustain behavior.

Tone & Sustain Character

Dark tonality and short sustain define this crash's studio application, making it responsive to dynamic playing without lingering overtones that cloud the recording. The extra-heavy hammering and polished raw surface create a nuanced, slightly gritty texture that supports both aggressive hits and subtly shaded articulations—both tracked cleanly.

Construction & Design

Built from B20 bronze with a raw top and lathed bottom finish, this cymbal weighs approximately 1628g to 1642g depending on the individual casting. The extra-thin gauge combined with strategic hammering produces a responsive feel that translates precisely through microphones in the tracking environment.

Key Features

• 20-inch diameter
• B20 bronze construction
• Model SD2006
• Extra-thin gauge
• Extra-heavy hammering protocol
• Raw top and polished lathed bottom finish
• Dark tonality
• Short sustain with controlled decay
• Weight: 1628g–1642g
• Focused response in dense mixes
• Articulate accent cymbal
• Musical, textured character

The Stratus Dry Crash combines focused impact with precision—a crash that records with definition and sits clearly in every mix context.