Name: Paiste 18" 2002 Power Crash Cymbal
SKU: P002PCR18
Price: 271.09 GBP
Availability: BackOrder

FEATURES Sizes: 18” Weight: heavy Volume: medium to very loud Stick Sound: fairly washy Intensity: lively Sustain: long Bell Character: integrated Sound Character: Aggressive, shattering, powerful. Fairly narrow range, dense, tight mix. Heavy feel, powerful attack, with brilliant, silvery highs and midrange heavy body. Strong, extremely cutting crash for heavy playing.

Paiste 18″ 2002 Power Crash Cymbal

£271.09

With explosive attack and commanding projection, the Paiste 18″ 2002 Power Crash Cymbal delivers a bold, powerful crash sound designed to cut through the densest mixes. Crafted from Paiste’s iconic 2002 Bronze alloy, this cymbal offers a bright, energetic voice with strong presence and a focused, dynamic decay. Perfect for drummers who need a reliable crash that combines power with clarity in live and studio settings.

Key Features:

Size: 18″ – Compact size for quick response with impactful projection
Alloy: 2002 Bronze – Paiste’s signature alloy known for warmth and clarity
Sound Character: Bright, powerful, cutting – Explosive attack with controlled decay
Weight: Medium-heavy – Built for maximum projection and durability
Finish: Traditional (Regular) – Classic finish preserving natural tonal brightness
Handcrafted in Switzerland – Individually lathed and hammered for consistent quality

Availability: Available to order

Estimated Delivery Date 25/11/2025

SKU: P002PCR18

Description
Delivery & Returns
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Description

The Paiste 18″ 2002 Power Crash delivers strong accents and confident crashes. It blends bright attack with a focused sustain, suitable for a wide range of musical styles.

Sound & Feel:

Explosive and Bright: Sharp attack with vivid, cutting overtones
Strong Projection: Powerful sound that cuts through any mix
Musical Sustain: Medium decay balancing impact and control
Responsive Feel: Reacts well to varied playing dynamics

Built to Perform:

Forged from Paiste 2002 Bronze for durability and tonal richness
Medium-heavy build optimized for projection and clarity
Expertly crafted to deliver consistent premium performance
Ideal for rock, pop, metaland live performance applications

Ideal For:

Drummers seeking a powerful, cutting crash cymbal with strong projection
Players who want explosive accents and controlled sustain
Gigging and session drummers needing a versatile, high-impact crash

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More Delivery & Return Information

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If within 30 days of receiving your purchase you decide it is not right for you providing it is returned in “as new” condition within its unopened original packing we will refund or exchange your item as desired. In cases where packaging has been opened we may be unable to offer a refund but in some cases will offer a refund that reflects the reduced resale value of the item.

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If your purchase develops a fault within the 2 year warranty period you can return it to us and we will repair or replace it. A fault is defined as a defect that you would not normally expect to occur through normal wear and tear and that has not been caused by improper use.