What makes this crash 'fast' and how does that affect my playing?

The XSR 19" is built thin (1335–1545 grams) with a re-shaped bell and enhanced profile, which means it speaks immediately when you strike it and decays quickly. This makes it ideal for tight, articulate playing in rock and metal contexts where you need fast, defined crashes rather than washy, sustained ones.

Is the XSR 19" bright enough to cut through a live band mix?

Yes. The bright B20 bronze construction with brilliant finish and the fast-response design create cutting projection that sits well in a mix without sacrificing musicality. It delivers medium power and controlled sustain, so it punches through without overwhelming other instruments.

What genres and playing styles is this crash best suited for?

The XSR 19" is designed for rock, hard rock, metal, funk, and live performance. Its fast response and articulate attack work well in these styles; it is not optimized for jazz or folk music, where a warmer, longer-sustaining crash is typically preferred.

What's included and what warranty does it come with?

You receive the 19" cymbal with brilliant finish. Sabian backs it with a two-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.

How does the XSR 19" compare to other budget fast-crash options?

The XSR uses B20 bronze and draws on Sabian's Evolution and X-Plosion design heritage, offering professional-grade response and tone at a budget-friendly price. Comparable models include the Zildjian ZBT Fast Crash, Paiste PST 8 Crash, and Meinl HCS Fast Crash, all in the same price and quality tier.

Sabian XSR 19" Fast Crash

The XSR 19" Fast Crash combines the immediate, responsive feel of a thin cymbal with surprising power and projection. This is a versatile workhorse crash that cuts through a mix without sacrificing musicality, delivering articulate attacks and clean decay across multiple musical styles and recording contexts.

Tone & Character

Built from B20 Bronze using design principles refined across Sabian's award-winning Evolution and X-Plosion lines, this crash produces a bright sonic character with fast response. The hammered construction with enhanced profiles and re-shaped bell creates a crash that balances quick speak with controlled sustain, making it equally effective in tight, articulate tracking sessions or open, expressive overdub applications.

Build & Materials

At 19 inches and weighing approximately 1335–1545 grams in the thin classification, the XSR delivers medium-weight power without the lag of heavier models. The brilliant finish contributes to the bright, cutting tone ideal for recording microphones, while the overall construction ensures durability backed by Sabian's two-year warranty.

Key Features

19" diameter size
B20 Bronze alloy
Thin weight classification
1335–1545 grams actual weight range
Bright sound character
Fast response profile
Hammered construction with enhanced profiles
Re-shaped bell design
Brilliant finish
Model XSR1907B
Two-year manufacturer warranty
Versatile across all musical styles

The XSR 19" Fast Crash delivers professional-grade recording sound and response at a price point designed to fit real-world studio budgets without compromising cymbal quality or session-readiness.

Condition	New
Cymbal Size	19"
Cymbal Type	Crash
Country of Manufacture	Canada