What weight is this crash and how does it affect the sound?

The 18" HH is a Medium-Thin classification with an actual weight range of 1330–1505g, which increases mass and power compared to lighter crashes while maintaining explosive response. The heavier weight provides a more direct, louder attack and cuts through a mix without excessive wash, making it ideal for cutting through live performances and dense recordings.

Is this cymbal good for extreme metal or worship music?

This crash is voiced specifically for jazz, funk, rock, and live performance contexts. Its dark character and moderate sustain are not designed for extreme metal or worship applications, where other Sabian models may be better suited to those styles.

What does hand-hammered construction mean and why does it matter?

Each HH cymbal receives 2,000–4,000 individual hand hammer blows during manufacturing, a traditional craftsmanship process that creates the HH Remastered series' enhanced complexity and warm tonal depth. This hand-hammering is what sets Sabian's HH line apart and contributes to the musical character and nuance across aggressive and subtle playing.

How long has this cymbal been in production and what warranty comes with it?

The Sabian 18" HH Medium Crash has been in continuous production since 1984, proving its reliability across decades of professional studio and live use. It includes Sabian's Two-Year Warranty from the date of purchase.

How does this compare to other medium crashes in its price range?

The Sabian HH Medium Crash competes directly with models like the Zildjian K Dark Medium Crash, Paiste PST 8 Medium Crash, and Istanbul Agop Xist Medium Crash. All deliver focused punch and warm character, though the Sabian HH's extensive hand-hammering and proven 40-year production history offer strong value for drummers seeking dependable live and studio performance.

Sabian 18" HH Medium Crash

This 18" HH Medium Crash delivers the focused punch and direct response that comes from increased mass, making it a reliable tool for cutting through a mix in studio and live recording sessions. The hand-hammered construction produces the unmistakable warmth that only traditional B20 bronze cymbals can achieve, with complexity and musical character that translates well across overdubs, layered arrangements, and aggressive takes.

Tone & Character for Recording

The dark sound character paired with explosive response and moderate sustain makes this crash track cleanly across funk, jazz, and rock production work. The heavier weight classification raises power and focus for increasingly direct articulation—ideal when you need the crash to sit prominently in a mix without excessive wash bleeding into adjacent microphones or taking over the stereo field.

Construction & Studio Reliability

Built with 2,000–4,000 hand hammer blows per cymbal, the HH Remastered series delivers enhanced complexity and tonal depth compared to standard production. This cymbal is protected by SABIAN's Two-Year Warranty and has been in continuous production since 1984, representing proven reliability across decades of professional studio and touring use.

Key Features

18-inch diameter
B20 bronze alloy material
Medium-Thin weight classification
1330–1505g actual weight range
Hand-hammered construction
2,000–4,000 hammer blows per cymbal
Dark sound character
Explosive response with moderate sustain
HH Remastered series with enhanced complexity
Suitable for funk, jazz, and rock applications
SABIAN Two-Year Warranty included
Continuous production since 1984

The combination of increased mass, hand-hammering craftsmanship, and HH Remastered enhancements makes this 18" crash a dependable choice for recording musicians seeking both projection and musical sophistication in the studio.

Condition	New
Cymbal Size	18"
Cymbal Type	Bundles
Country of Manufacture	Canada