Crashes - Cymbals | Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/product-category/cymbals/cymbals-crashes/ Drum Depot is Wales' LARGEST Drum store with over 4000 sq ft of drum gear stocking brands from Brady to Zildjian. Offering tuition & expert advice. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:00:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Paiste Signature Traditional 17″ Thin Crash – PTRDTCR17 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-crashes/paiste-signature-traditional-17-thin-crash-ptrdtcr17/ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:28:24 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=118028 Forged from a proprietary bronze developed specifically for cymbals, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to uncompromising sound concepts, Signature Cymbals are instruments of unsurpassed quality for the discerning drummer’s quest for personal creativity and musical excellence. Sound Character Dark, transparent, warm. Loose frequency range, very complex […]

The post Paiste Signature Traditional 17″ Thin Crash – PTRDTCR17 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Forged from a proprietary bronze developed specifically for cymbals, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to uncompromising sound concepts, Signature Cymbals are instruments of unsurpassed quality for the discerning drummer’s quest for personal creativity and musical excellence.

Sound Character

Dark, transparent, warm. Loose frequency range, very complex mix. Very sensitive, soft response and feel. Suitable for light ride playing in larger sizes.

Features

Sizes: 17″
Weight: Light
Volume: Soft
Sound color: Dark
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Soft

The post Paiste Signature Traditional 17″ Thin Crash – PTRDTCR17 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Meinl Classics Custom Dual 16″ Crash – CC16DUC https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-crashes/meinl-classics-custom-dual-16-crash-cc16duc/ Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:04:31 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=117425 Quick and explosive attack with a dose of bright shimmer followed by a dark, short sustain. The visually striking surface treatment combines a dark finish center along with a fully lathed and buffed edge. Features Diameter – 16″ Weight – Medium Material – B12 Bronze Shaping – Pressure Point Technology, Computerized Hammering Finish – Dark, […]

The post Meinl Classics Custom Dual 16″ Crash – CC16DUC appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Quick and explosive attack with a dose of bright shimmer followed by a dark, short sustain. The visually striking surface treatment combines a dark finish center along with a fully lathed and buffed edge.

Features

  • Diameter – 16″
  • Weight – Medium
  • Material – B12 Bronze
  • Shaping – Pressure Point Technology, Computerized Hammering
  • Finish – Dark, Brilliant
  • Music Style – Metal, Rock, Pop, Fusion, Studio, R&B
  • Character – Complex, Musical, Rich, Full-bodied
  • Sustain – Medium
  • Volume – Medium to High
  • Timbre – Mid-Dark
  • Pitch – Low-Mid
  • Lathe – Wide Blade, Narrow Blade

The post Meinl Classics Custom Dual 16″ Crash – CC16DUC appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Meinl Byzance Vintage Pure 18″ Crash – B18VPC https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-crashes/meinl-byzance-vintage-pure-18-crash-b18vpc/ Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:34:50 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=117065 The Vintage Pure Crash features an overall dry sound character with a relatively fast decay. Unique tones for drummers who want to express themselves. They have a distinctive and earthy look. Features Diameter – 18″ Weight – Thin Finish – Dark, Raw Material – B20 Pitch – Low Music Style – Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, […]

The post Meinl Byzance Vintage Pure 18″ Crash – B18VPC appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]>

The Vintage Pure Crash features an overall dry sound character with a relatively fast decay. Unique tones for drummers who want to express themselves. They have a distinctive and earthy look.

Features

  • Diameter – 18″
  • Weight – Thin
  • Finish – Dark, Raw
  • Material – B20
  • Pitch – Low
  • Music Style – Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, RNB, Reggae, Studio, World, Electro
  • Character – Vintage, Dry
  • Sustain – Short
  • Volume – Medium to Low
  • Timbre – Dark

The post Meinl Byzance Vintage Pure 18″ Crash – B18VPC appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Paiste 2002 Big Beat 21″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT21 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-rides/paiste-2002-big-beat-21-multifunction-cymbal-p002bbt21/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:49:50 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=116886 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a […]

The post Paiste 2002 Big Beat 21″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT21 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a new realm, while preserving the legendary 2002 heritage.

Sound Character

Warm, deep, brilliant, lush. Medium wide range, complex mix. Responsive, giving feel. Warm luscious crashes with swift fade. Airy, defined ping over wide multi-layered wash. Broad, musical, integrated bells. Multifunctional design to work well as both crashes and rides in medium low to loud settings.

Features

Weight: Light
Volume: Medium
Sound color: Medium
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Balanced
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Medium

The post Paiste 2002 Big Beat 21″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT21 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Paiste 2002 Big Beat 20″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT20 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-rides/paiste-2002-big-beat-20-multifunction-cymbal-p002bbt20/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:38:46 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=116883 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a […]

The post Paiste 2002 Big Beat 20″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT20 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a new realm, while preserving the legendary 2002 heritage.

Sound Character

Warm, deep, brilliant, lush. Medium wide range, complex mix. Responsive, giving feel. Warm luscious crashes with swift fade. Airy, defined ping over wide multi-layered wash. Broad, musical, integrated bells. Multifunctional design to work well as both crashes and rides in medium low to loud settings.

Features

Weight: Light
Volume: Medium
Sound color: Medium
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Balanced
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Medium

The post Paiste 2002 Big Beat 20″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT20 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Paiste 2002 Big Beat 18″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT18 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-rides/paiste-2002-big-beat-18-multifunction-cymbal-p002bbt18/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:23:52 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=116882 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a […]

The post Paiste 2002 Big Beat 18″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT18 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a new realm, while preserving the legendary 2002 heritage.

Sound Character

Warm, deep, brilliant, lush. Medium wide range, complex mix. Responsive, giving feel. Warm luscious crashes with swift fade. Airy, defined ping over wide multi-layered wash. Broad, musical, integrated bells. Multifunctional design to work well as both crashes and rides in medium low to loud settings.

Features

Weight: Light
Volume: Medium
Sound color: Medium
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Balanced
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Medium

The post Paiste 2002 Big Beat 18″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT18 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Paiste Formula 602 Classic 16″ Heavy Crash – P602HEAVY16 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-crashes/paiste-formula-602-classic-16-heavy-crash-p602heavy16/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:54:38 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=116857 One of the world’s most referred and legendary cymbal lines in history. Renowned and loved for its fine, pure, soft, delicate musical tone, that requires precise playing. Reintroduction of the most popular models, faithfully re-created in terms of sound and look in 2011. Forged from the legendary «602 Bronze» (CuSn20), handcrafted from start to finish […]

The post Paiste Formula 602 Classic 16″ Heavy Crash – P602HEAVY16 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> One of the world’s most referred and legendary cymbal lines in history. Renowned and loved for its fine, pure, soft, delicate musical tone, that requires precise playing. Reintroduction of the most popular models, faithfully re-created in terms of sound and look in 2011. Forged from the legendary «602 Bronze» (CuSn20), handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, Formula 602 Classic Sounds cymbals produce a true, pure sound of unique clarity and consistency.

Sound Character

Bright, powerful, solid, clear. Medium wide range, clean mix. Heavy feel. Powerful, explosive attack. Multifunctional cymbal with solid, assertive crash and bright, clear ping.

Features

Weight: Heavy
Volume: Loud
Sound color: Bright
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Clean
Stick Sound: Pingy
Response Intensity: Medium
Sustain: Long
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Heavy

The post Paiste Formula 602 Classic 16″ Heavy Crash – P602HEAVY16 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Paiste Signature 19″ Power Crash – PSIGPWR19 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-crashes/paiste-signature-19-power-crash-psigpwr19/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:58:13 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=116849 Forged from a proprietary bronze developed specifically for cymbals, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to uncompromising sound concepts, Signature Cymbals are instruments of unsurpassed quality for the discerning drummer’s quest for personal creativity and musical excellence. Sound Character Very bright, full, high pitched. Wide range, clean […]

The post Paiste Signature 19″ Power Crash – PSIGPWR19 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Forged from a proprietary bronze developed specifically for cymbals, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to uncompromising sound concepts, Signature Cymbals are instruments of unsurpassed quality for the discerning drummer’s quest for personal creativity and musical excellence.

Sound Character

Very bright, full, high pitched. Wide range, clean mix. Responsive, swelling attack with long fade, extremely cutting. Very well suited wherever strong, cutting, powerful crashes are needed.

Features

Weight: Heavy
Volume: Loud
Sound color: Bright
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Clean
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Long
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Heavy

 

The post Paiste Signature 19″ Power Crash – PSIGPWR19 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Paiste Formula 602 Classic 18″ Heavy Crash – P602HEAVY18 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-crashes/paiste-formula-602-classic-18-heavy-crash-p602heavy18/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:00:09 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=116840 One of the world’s most referred and legendary cymbal lines in history. Renowned and loved for its fine, pure, soft, delicate musical tone, that requires precise playing. Reintroduction of the most popular models, faithfully re-created in terms of sound and look in 2011. Forged from the legendary «602 Bronze» (CuSn20), handcrafted from start to finish […]

The post Paiste Formula 602 Classic 18″ Heavy Crash – P602HEAVY18 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> One of the world’s most referred and legendary cymbal lines in history. Renowned and loved for its fine, pure, soft, delicate musical tone, that requires precise playing. Reintroduction of the most popular models, faithfully re-created in terms of sound and look in 2011. Forged from the legendary «602 Bronze» (CuSn20), handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, Formula 602 Classic Sounds cymbals produce a true, pure sound of unique clarity and consistency.

Sound Character

Bright, powerful, solid, clear. Medium wide range, clean mix. Heavy feel. Powerful, explosive attack. Multifunctional cymbal with solid, assertive crash and bright, clear ping.

Features

Weight: Heavy
Volume: Loud
Sound color: Bright
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Clean
Stick Sound: Pingy
Response Intensity: Medium
Sustain: Long
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Heavy

The post Paiste Formula 602 Classic 18″ Heavy Crash – P602HEAVY18 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> Paiste 2002 Big Beat 22″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT22 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-rides/paiste-2002-big-beat-22-multifunction-cymbal-p002bbt22/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:52:31 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=116837 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a […]

The post Paiste 2002 Big Beat 22″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT22 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]> 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a new realm, while preserving the legendary 2002 heritage.

Sound Character

Warm, deep, brilliant, lush. Medium wide range, complex mix. Responsive, giving feel. Warm luscious crashes with swift fade. Airy, defined ping over wide multi-layered wash. Broad, musical, integrated bells. Multifunctional design to work well as both crashes and rides in medium low to loud settings.

Features

Weight: Light
Volume: Medium
Sound color: Medium
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Balanced
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Medium

The post Paiste 2002 Big Beat 22″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT22 appeared first on Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online.

]]>