Sabian 20" Artisan Crash
- Newly remastered for deeper, warmer, musically complex tones
- Raw-bell design and high-density hand hammering make this a superb instrument
- Artisan cymbals are synonymous with Masterpiece
- Protected by SABIAN Two-Year Warranty
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- SKU
- A2006
Description
Sabian 20" Artisan Crash
The Sabian 20" Artisan Crash delivers faster response with a full, complex tonal palette that rewards sensitive striking and responds across dynamic ranges. Its thin, extra-thin weight category makes it exceptionally responsive to touch, producing deeper and warmer tones than previous iterations. This is a cymbal engineered for players who demand musical complexity and nuanced control.
Tone & Character
Remastered for deeper, warmer, musically complex tones, this crash excels across Rock, Hip-Hop, R&B, and Jazz contexts. The raw bell design combined with high-density hand hammering creates a sophisticated voice that cuts through the mix while maintaining harmonic richness.
Construction & Craftsmanship
Hand-hammered from B20 bronze alloy (20% tin, 80% copper), the Artisan Crash represents the pinnacle of Sabian's cymbal manufacturing. The raw bell design and meticulous hand-hammering process establish this as a true masterpiece in cymbal construction.
Key Features
- 20" diameter (52.07 cm)
- Thin/Extra-thin weight category
- Approximately 1.9 kg individual weight
- B20 bronze alloy construction (20% tin, 80% copper)
- Raw bell design
- High-density hand hammering
- Faster response with full tonal color
- Two-Year SABIAN Warranty
- Packaging dimensions: 3.81 x 52.07 x 52.07 cm
On stage or in the studio, the Sabian 20" Artisan Crash delivers responsive playability with sophisticated tonal depth. Its light weight invites articulate, nuanced playing while its B20 construction ensures the durability and consistency that working drummers depend on across any musical discipline.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Cymbal Size | 20" |
| Cymbal Type | Crash |
| Country of Manufacture | Canada |
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At a Glance
The Sabian 20" Artisan Crash is a hand-hammered B20 bronze cymbal engineered for responsive, touch-sensitive playing with warm, complex tones that cut through a live mix. Built in the thin/extra-thin weight category, it rewards nuanced striking across rock, jazz, hip-hop, and R&B settings, making it ideal for intermediate to professional drummers who need musical control and sonic sophistication on stage. The raw bell design and meticulous hand-hammering deliver a deeper, warmer voice than previous Artisan iterations while maintaining harmonic richness in band contexts.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Hip-Hop
- ✓ R&B
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What weight category is this crash, and how does it respond to different playing dynamics?
The Artisan Crash is thin/extra-thin weight (approximately 1.9 kg), which makes it exceptionally responsive to touch and sensitive striking. It delivers faster response across dynamic ranges, from delicate accents to full crashes, without losing tonal definition.
What alloy and construction method are used?
This cymbal is hand-hammered from B20 bronze alloy (20% tin, 80% copper) with a raw bell design and high-density hand-hammering. This traditional method creates the sophisticated, musically complex voice with harmonic richness.
Which genres and playing styles suit this cymbal best?
The Artisan Crash excels in rock, jazz, hip-hop, and R&B contexts. Its warm, complex tone and ability to cut through a mix while maintaining harmonic depth make it versatile across both sensitive, nuanced playing and higher-volume ensemble settings.
How does the 20" size compare, and what skill level should I have?
At 20" diameter, this crash offers a mid-sized voice suitable for intermediate to professional drummers. Sabian recommends it for players who demand musical complexity and the ability to control tone through striking technique.
What warranty comes with this cymbal?
The Sabian 20" Artisan Crash includes a Two-Year SABIAN Warranty covering manufacturing defects.
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