Detail 01
18-inch diameter
More metal to move, so it speaks a touch slower, sits lower in pitch and sustains longer than smaller crashes.
Product detailSKU #1328544975571
MEINLClassics Custom Extreme Metal Crash Cymbal 18 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An 18-inch crash built for loud, heavy playing. Sized for the bigger, longer accent in a kit that already has smaller crashes.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Loud rock and metal where a crash must cut through distorted guitars
- Big song accents that need sustain, not a quick stab
- Second crash below a 16-inch for size contrast
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Quiet acoustic, jazz or worship sets — it is loud and long
- Players wanting fast, choked accents; the 16-inch does that better
- Anyone needing one do-everything crash in a small room
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Crash cymbal
Meant for accents struck on the edge with a glancing blow, not for steady time-keeping like a ride.
Detail 03
Extreme Metal series
Voiced loud and aggressive so it stays audible against high-gain guitars rather than disappearing under them.
Detail 04
Sold as a single cymbal
One crash, not a pack. Hats, ride and any second crash are separate purchases.
Detail 05
Mid-range price
Above entry-level starter cymbals, below pro-line pricing. A step up in volume and projection for heavy playing.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No stand included. You need a boom or straight cymbal stand with room for 18 inches.
- 02Use a felt washer and a plastic sleeve. Metal-on-metal contact cracks cymbals.
- 03Do not overtighten the wing nut. The cymbal must swing freely or it will crack.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between the 16 and the 18?
The 18 is lower in pitch, louder and sustains longer. The 16 responds faster and gets out of the way sooner. Many kits use both for contrast.
02Does it come with a stand?
No. It is the cymbal only. You need a cymbal stand plus a felt washer, sleeve and wing nut.
03Can I use it for anything other than metal?
Yes, but it is voiced loud. In quiet rooms or low-volume styles it will dominate unless you play very light.
04Can I use it as a ride?
Not really. Crashes wash out fast under steady playing, so stick patterns get buried. Use a ride for time-keeping.
