Paiste 20″ Signature Traditionals Thin Crash Cymbal

£515.49

Blending vintage tone with refined modern design, the Paiste Signature Traditionals Thin Crash Cymbal delivers a lush, shimmering response with fast decay and rich, musical warmth. The 20″ size enhances its dynamic range, making it perfect for expressive crashes and nuanced accents. Crafted from Paiste’s Signature Bronze alloy and meticulously hand-hammered in Switzerland, this cymbal offers a complex tonal spectrum ideal for subtle, detailed playing in jazz, fusion and acoustic settings.

Key Features:
  • Size: 20″ – Expansive crash size for broad, full-bodied sound

  • Weight: Thin – Quick response with soft, buttery feel

  • Alloy: Signature Bronze – Provides warm tone with intricate harmonic content

  • Sound Character: Warm, lushand musical – Fast attack with smooth, fading decay

  • Finish: Traditional natural – Hand-hammered for organic texture and tonal depth

  • Handcrafted in Switzerland – Expertly made using Paiste’s time-honoured techniques

Availability: In stock with our supplier
Estimated Delivery Date 09/11/2025
SKU: PTRDTCR20

Description

The PTRDTCR20 crash excels in settings where musicality and tonal nuance matter most. Its fast, responsive character and smooth decay make it ideal for both delicate and expressive playing styles, while the 20″ size gives it the presence needed for broader dynamic moments.

Sound & Feel:

  • Fast and Responsive – Opens up quickly with a soft touch

  • Warm and Lush – Rich tonal complexity with a smooth, musical wash

  • Controlled Decay – Clean fade for articulate phrasing and accents

  • Dynamic Range – Suitable for both intimate and energetic playing styles

Built to Perform:

  • Signature Bronze alloy – Engineered for consistency, toneand durability

  • Hand-hammered and lathed – For depth of character and sonic richness

  • Designed for musical sensitivity – Delivers expressive sound across all dynamics

  • Crafted for professionals – Swiss-made quality for dependable performance

Ideal For:

  • Jazz, fusion, acousticand singer-songwriter drummers

  • Players who prefer a thin crash with fast response and warm tone

  • Musicians seeking articulate, expressive cymbals for nuanced performance

  • Artists who value handcrafted Swiss quality and tonal sophistication

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