Sabian 17" HH Medium-Thin Crash Brilliant Finish
- Unmistakable warmth that only traditional hand-hammered cymbals can deliver
- Ideal for funk, jazz, rock – on studio or stage
- HH Remastered cymbals deliver more hammering, more complexity, and more tone
- Unmistakable warmth that only traditional hand-hammered cymbals can deliver
- Protected by SABIAN Two-Year Warranty
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- SKU
- 11707B
Description
Sabian 17" HH Medium-Thin Crash Brilliant Finish
This 17" HH Medium-Thin Crash delivers explosive attack with controlled sustain, striking a balance between cutting projection and musical tone. The Brilliant finish enhances clarity while the medium-thin weight keeps the cymbal responsive and articulate, making it equally capable of cutting through a dense mix or capturing nuance in overdub sessions. Hand-hammered construction produces the unmistakable warmth that only traditional cymbal craftsmanship can deliver, translating to recordings that sit naturally in the stereo field.
Tone & Sonic Character
The HH Remastered design adds complexity and harmonic texture across the cymbal's voice, resulting in a darker, more musical tone that records with character and depth. The explosive response with moderate sustain makes this crash effective as a punctuation tool without excessive wash, ideal for tracking funk, jazz, and rock where cymbal definition shapes the drum tone and maintains clarity in the mix.
Construction & Materials
Built from B20 bronze with intensive hand-hammering—between 2,000 and 4,000 hammer blows applied by Sabian's artisans—this cymbal exhibits the tonal complexity that comes from traditional, labor-intensive shaping. The Brilliant finish coating protects the metal while enhancing visual appeal and brightness, with sonic properties that translate accurately to microphone capture and digital processing.
Key Features
- Diameter: 17"
- Weight classification: Medium-Thin
- Finish: Brilliant
- Cymbal tone: Dark
- Response character: Explosive with moderate sustain
- Material: B20 bronze
- Hand-hammered construction by Sabian artisans
- Hammer blows: 2,000–4,000 per cymbal
- Model designation: HH Remastered
- Suitable for studio and stage use
- Ideal for funk, jazz, and rock styles
- Protected by SABIAN Two-Year Warranty
The HH Remastered 17" Medium-Thin Crash combines traditional hand-hammered warmth with modern tonal sophistication, making it a versatile choice for home and professional studios seeking both definition and musicality in drum recordings.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Cymbal Size | 17" |
| Cymbal Type | Crash |
| Country of Manufacture | Canada |
Reviews
At a Glance
The Sabian 17" HH Medium-Thin Crash sits beautifully in the middle of the crash spectrum—dark and complex in its harmonic voice, with explosive attack and moderate sustain that lets you control wash and retain definition on every take. Its responsiveness and articulate character make it a session workhorse for funk, jazz, and rock overdubs where you need punctuation without bloom. Hand-hammered B20 bronze construction ensures every cymbal captures the warm, nuanced texture that traditional craftsmanship delivers.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Extreme Metal
- – Marching Percussion
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What styles and genres is this crash best suited for?
This cymbal is ideal for funk, jazz, and rock applications where articulate definition and cut matter. Its explosive attack with moderate sustain works as an effective punctuation tool without excessive wash, making it less suitable for extreme metal or styles requiring extended resonance.
How does the medium-thin weight affect playability and sound?
Medium-thin weight keeps the cymbal responsive and quick to speak, making it articulate and easy to control dynamically. This responsiveness works well in studio tracking and live mix situations where you need clarity without the weight and sustain of heavier crashes.
What is the hand-hammering process and why does it matter?
Each cymbal receives 2,000 to 4,000 individual hand-hammer blows applied by Sabian artisans, which shape the bronze and create tonal complexity and warmth that machine-made cymbals cannot replicate. This labor-intensive traditional construction is what gives the HH Remastered its dark, musical voice.
What does the Brilliant finish do?
The Brilliant finish coating protects the B20 bronze while enhancing visual clarity and brightness without compromising the dark, warm tone of the cymbal itself.
Is this cymbal suitable for both studio and stage?
Yes, the 17" HH Medium-Thin Crash is equally at home cutting through a live mix or capturing nuance in the studio, making it a versatile choice for drummers working across both environments.
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