Detail 01
16 inch diameter
Fast attack, short decay. Speaks quickly for tight accents rather than washing over the bar.
Product detailSKU #1274115038781
Paiste2002 Medium Crash Cymbal 16 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
16" cast bronze crash with a medium weight. For drummers who want a bright, cutting crash that holds up under hard hitting.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock and hard rock where the crash must cut through loud guitars
- Live gigs needing a fast, loud accent that carries
- Drummers who hit hard and crack thinner cymbals
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Quiet jazz or brush work — it speaks too loud
- Players wanting dark, dry, trashy character
- Anyone needing a low-volume kit for apartments or small studios
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
Medium weight
Thicker than a thin crash, so it takes hard hitting without cracking and stays audible in loud rooms.
Detail 03
2002 series
Paiste's bright, glassy voice. Sits high in the mix and pushes forward instead of blending back.
Detail 04
Crash, not ride or china
Built to be struck on the edge for accents. Bell and bow riding will sound thin and washy.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cymbal only — no stand, felts, sleeve or wing nut included
- 02Overtightened wing nuts choke the sound and stress the hole
- 0316" is the smaller end; pair with an 18" for range
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 16 inches big enough for rock?
Yes. A 16" medium crash is a standard rock accent size. It responds fast and cuts. Many players add an 18" alongside it for a longer, deeper crash.
02Will this crack if I hit hard?
Medium weight is the thicker crash option and is built for hard playing. Strike the edge at an angle rather than straight down on top, and use proper felts and a sleeve.
03Can I use it as a ride?
Not well. A medium crash rides washy with an indistinct stick definition. It works for a few bars of crash-riding, not as a main ride.
04Does it come with a stand?
No. You get the cymbal by itself. You will need a cymbal stand plus felt washers and a plastic sleeve to protect the bore.
