Detail 01
19-inch diameter
Large for a crash. Lower pitch, longer sustain, more volume than the usual 16 or 18.
Product detailSKU #1273887994223
SABIANAAX X-Plosion Crash Cymbal - 19 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 19-inch loud crash from SABIAN's AAX line. For drummers playing rock and other high-volume music who need the crash heard.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Loud rock, metal and worship stages where crashes get buried
- Drummers wanting a big crash that still responds quickly
- Filling the gap between a main crash and a china or ride
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Jazz and low-volume playing where it will overpower everything
- Small rooms and quiet recording sessions
- Players who want dark, complex, trashy character
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
X-Plosion model
A heavier, louder crash within the AAX range, built to project rather than blend.
Detail 03
AAX series
SABIAN's bright, modern, cutting voice. Attack is present and immediate rather than washy.
Detail 04
Crash cymbal type
Meant for accents played with the shoulder of the stick, not sustained ride patterns on the bow.
Detail 05
Larger crash on a stand
A 19-inch cymbal swings hard. It wants a sturdy stand and a properly loose wingnut.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cymbal only. Stand, sleeve, felts and wingnut are not part of the purchase
- 02Check you have arm reach and clearance for a 19-inch swing
- 03Overtightening the wingnut chokes the sound and risks cracking the hole
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 19 inches too big for a crash?
Not for loud music. It reads lower and longer than a 16 or 18 and is often used as the big accent crash in a larger setup.
02Can I ride on it?
You can, but it will wash quickly and lose stick definition. It is built as a crash, so accents are what it does well.
03How does AAX compare to SABIAN's darker lines?
AAX is the bright, modern, cutting side of the range. If you want dark and complex, look at SABIAN's darker series instead.
04Does it come with a stand?
No. Budget separately for a boom stand, plus the sleeve and felt washers that protect the bell hole from cracking.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
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