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18" AA Thin Crash

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AA Series Thin Crash cymbals have a fast response, with sufficient metal content for full, bright and explosive sounds.

AA cymbals combine musicality and energy for sounds that are bright, bold and explosive. Reinforced with the power and strength of multi-rolled, secret-process bronze shaped under 75 tons of hydraulic pressure, AA delivers with inner strength and outer energy. Cool for retro, right for now, these highly durable cymbals move a lot of air in any kind of music. From the Latin flavor of El Sabor to models that rock, swing, and groove, AA is extremely versatile.
SABIAN AA Series Thin Crash 18 in.
SABIAN AA Series Thin Crash 18 in.
SABIAN AA Series Thin Crash 18 in.

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North American Warranty Sabian cymbals are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase on all Sabian series except Solar by Sabian which has a 6 month warranty period If after inspection by Sabian personnel it is determined that the cymbal failed under normal use, a replacement cymbal of the same size and series will be provided free of charge. To obtain warranty service, ship the cymbals prepaid along with a copy of the dated proof of purchase to the following; In the USA. Sabian Inc, 100 Enterprise Drive, Marshfield, MA. 02050 Please call 1-800-81-SABIAN and request an RA # Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing and return shipping. The above pertains to Sabian cymbals purchased in North America. As warranty laws vary from country to country, you will need to check with the dealer where you purchased the cymbal for warranty details in any country outside North America, as the warranty is administered by the Sabian distributor in the respective country. Warranty replacements for cymbals purchased in Canada and the USA can not be shipped outside the USA and Canada.

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  • AA will compliment well

    5

    submitted8 years ago

    byEarl H

    fromAugusta, GA

    I love this cymbal. I have the 16". I originally bought it to round-out and compliment my heavier rock crashes with something a little lighter, and now I find myself hitting this thing twice as much as I do all my other crashes put together. It explodes and dissipates nicely, but what I like is that if you hit it lightly, you get a light crash. "Light crash" ??? That doesn't even sound right, but it is great when you need that little emphasis or accent here or there. If my cymbal ever cracks or breaks - kinda unlikely since I've had mine for 20 years now - I'm getting another one.

  • 14", 16", 18" I have em all...

    5

    submitted14 years ago

    byTerry

    fromOrem, Utah

    been playing them for 20 years now and love the heck out of em. I am a rock musician and I love these cymbals for their sharp bite into the music. not to overwhelming but just the right amount to get noticed and heard. They are quite Brite which I really like but as has been mentioned they also have a medium decay to them. Great cymbal for all types of music

  • Brilliant!!

    5

    submitted15 years ago

    byJarid

    fromToledo, Ohio

    I have the 17in and it is simply amazing! It has one of the best pitches i have heard from a cymbal of this price range. Also this is totally worth the money! Great cymbal overall!!

  • Awesome.

    5

    submitted15 years ago

    bySprocket Conover

    fromSacramento CA

    I've had this cymbal in a 16" for at least three years as my main crash and it has served me well. I JUST noticed last night playing that it's was beginning to crack out, but after three years of constant use, that's really amazing. I plan on running my current one up until it splits clean in half, then buy another one. I highly recommend this cymbal. Bright tone with some medium tones throughout decay, fast response, moderate decay, great overall sound. I ride this crash all the time and it cuts through perfectly without overpowering anything. If you need a new crash, pick this one up, you won't regret it.

  • Quick response, nice sound.

    5

    submitted17 years ago

    byIvancillo

    fromLima, Peru

    I loved this cymbal. You could think its too bright, but its not. When you play it you̴��ll note a medium pitch and and explosive sound. I like the quick response. I got the 15 inch crash and for the type of music I play, its strong enough. Really good cymbal.

  • My first crash

    5

    submitted18 years ago

    byJoqui Amather

    fromMexico

    I bought this crash about 2 months ago.. and I'm really amazed with his sound! If you go to Sabian.com to check how it sounds, you get a really nice brilliant sound.. but when you try it in a store o something it gives you a lower pitch than you imaginated.. but who cares? It really sounds so good. Its really good at keeping rythms. I'm gonna buy another crash later (with a higher pitch) so I can use this one like my 2nd.

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