Zildjian 18" K Paper Thin Crash Cymbal

Diving deep into its iconic history, the Zildjian 18" K Paper Thin Crash cymbal resurrects a cherished masterpiece from the 1950s era of Zildjian craftsmanship. Now, having culminated over 70 years of meticulous cymbal trend analysis, the 18" K Paper Thin Crash emerges to meet the clamoring demands of devoted drummers. Truly a testament to Zildjian’s innovation, this cymbal impeccably marries the esteemed Paper Thin attributes with the unique sonic qualities inherent to its size.

Robust yet incredibly svelte, the 18" variant produces an explosive, moody crash sound that dissipates swiftly, exuding a velvety under-stick sensation. What sets this cymbal apart is the novel three-step hammering technique, which unfurls a dynamic flexibility, delivering those subtle tonal intricacies. Thinly contoured, the crash vibrates with an added lustrous shimmer, echoing with a bass resonance distinctively absent in other K Family members. Simply put, it's the most expansive Paper Thin cymbal Zildjian has ever crafted.

• Thinnest Crashes in the Iconic K Family
• Explosive, Dark Crash with Rapid Decay
• Signature Buttery Under-Stick Tactile Sensation
• Three-Step Hammering Enhances Flexibility
• Unique Shimmer Effect
• Low-End Resonance Exclusive to the K Family
• Max Response Due to Cymbal Flexibility
• Largest Paper Thin Design in Zildjian's History