Sabian 17" Paragon Crash

Sabian 17" Paragon Crash

The Sabian 17" Paragon Crash delivers explosive articulation with a responsive feel that cuts through dense mix environments. This medium-weight crash combines the refined hammering techniques of Sabian's most celebrated series, producing a cymbal that balances cutting attack with musicality. Designed for drummers who need projection without sacrificing tonal complexity, the Paragon crash responds immediately to dynamic touch across its playing surface.

Sound & Response Character

The large, volume-boosting bell generates powerful projection and immediate cut, while the AA-style hammering with integrated sound-defining features from the AA, AAX, and HH series creates a voice that sits distinctly in a mix. This construction approach yields an explosive response that translates attack-heavy playing styles into controlled, articulate crashes suitable for rock, metal, and fusion contexts.

Construction & Material

Cast from pure B20 bronze, the Paragon crash offers the sonic warmth and resonance associated with traditional cymbal manufacturing. The medium weight classification ensures responsive stick definition and faster decay characteristics, making the cymbal suitable for both controlled studio work and dynamic live performance without excessive wash.

Key Features

• 17-inch diameter
• Pure B20 bronze construction
• Medium weight classification
• Large, volume-boosting bell design
• Explosive response characteristics
• AA-style hammering
• Sound-defining features from AA series
• Sound-defining features from AAX series
• Sound-defining features from HH series
• Immediate attack articulation
• Controlled decay profile

The Sabian 17" Paragon Crash combines proven bronze metallurgy with hybrid hammering techniques to deliver a crash that performs equally well in aggressive playing and precision dynamics.