Name: Paiste 18" Formula 602 Thin Crash Cymbal
SKU: P602THINCR18
Price: 417.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

Paiste 18″ Formula 602 Thin Crash Cymbal

£417.99

Merging vintage sensitivity with expressive modern tone, the 18″ Formula 602 Thin Crash delivers a silvery, airy attack and fast decay that’s perfect for musical accents and dynamic expression. Crafted from the signature CuSn20 bronze alloy and hand-hammered in Switzerland, this cymbal offers refined harmonic character and gentle projection—ideal for studio, jazz, and nuanced performance settings.

Key Features:

Size: 18″ – Balanced diameter for both presence and quick response
Weight: Thin – Lightweight profile for sensitive articulation and rapid decay
Alloy: CuSn20 Bronze (Classic 602 Bronze) – Combines warmth with clarity and harmonic richness
Sound Character: Silvery, breathy, transparent – Wide frequency span with a slightly complex mix and velvety feel
Finish: Traditional – Hand-lathed and hammered surface enhances tonal depth and visual elegance
Handcrafted in Switzerland – Built with Paiste’s precise craftsmanship

Availability: In stock with our supplier

Estimated Delivery Date 27/10/2025

SKU: P602THINCR18

Description
Delivery & Returns
Warranty & 30-Day Money Back Guarantee

Description

The P602THINCR18 is designed for drummers who want a cymbal that opens with a crisp burst but settles quickly, maintaining musical clarity and richness without overwhelming sustain.

Sound & Feel:

Fast and Airy – Opens immediately with a clear crash then gently fades
Transparent yet Rich – Bright attack softened by warm descent and harmonic detail
Expressively Reactive – Sensitive to delicate touch as well as stronger strikes
Controlled Projection – Sits comfortably in mixes with presence, not dominance

Built to Perform:

Forged from CuSn20 Bronze alloy for tonal consistency, durability, and character
Hand-lathed and hammered to create nuanced harmonics and refined articulation
Thin-weight construction for expressive responsiveness and clean decay
Swiss-crafted build ensures high-quality finish and reliable tone

Ideal For:

Jazz, fusion, studio, acoustic, and sensitive musical environments
Drummers seeking a crash with quick attack and subtle musical character
Musicians needing expressive cymbals that don’t linger excessively
Artists who value handcrafted instruments with both vintage charm and modern usability

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More Delivery & Return Information

At Drum Central we want you to be able to shop with confidence and are happy to offer a 2 year warranty and 30 day money back guarantee on all of our new products. (All products sold are considered new unless clearly stated. This includes ex display models.)

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.

We do our best to make sure every aspect of your Drum Central order goes smoothly but in the event that an item arrives either damaged or incorrect then notify us within 14 days and we will arrange a free collection so as to get the item swapped or replaced.

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.