Detail 01
19-inch diameter
Between a standard 18 crash and a 20 ride. Longer decay and lower pitch than an 18.
Product detailSKU #1274115038917
Paiste2002 Crash Cymbal 19 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 19-inch crash from Paiste's 2002 series. For rock drummers who want a big, long crash rather than a quick accent cymbal.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock and hard rock drummers wanting a large main crash
- Filling out a kit that already has 16- and 18-inch crashes
- Big rooms and outdoor stages where sustain matters
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Tight, quick accents between fast fills
- Small kits and cramped stages — 19 inches eats space
- Low-volume playing where a large crash overwhelms the kit
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, not a crash ride
Voiced for edge hits and washes. It will ride, but definition on the bow won't match a real ride.
Detail 03
2002 series
A long-running Paiste line, so matching sizes are easy to find later if you build a set.
Detail 04
$438 price
Pro-level pricing for one cymbal. Compare against buying a full pack if you're starting from nothing.
Detail 05
Odd size choice
19 inches is uncommon, which is the point — it doesn't clash in pitch with a typical 16 or 18.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Stand and mounting hardware are not included
- 02Use a felt and plastic sleeve; bare metal on the hole causes cracks
- 03Check clearance — 19 inches can collide with a nearby ride or hats
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is a 19-inch crash different from an 18?
It's lower in pitch, takes slightly longer to open, and sustains longer. Better for big accents, less suited to rapid stabs.
02Will it work as a ride?
You can ride it in a pinch, but it's a crash. Expect more wash and less stick definition than a dedicated ride.
03Do I need a special stand?
Any standard cymbal stand works, but pick a sturdy boom. A 19-inch cymbal has enough mass to unbalance a light stand.
04Is one crash enough for a kit?
It works, but most rock setups run two crashes at different sizes so accents don't all sound identical.
