Detail 01
18 inches
A common main-crash size. Enough body for a full accent while still responding fairly quickly.
Product detailSKU #1273887994067
SABIANNeil Peart Paragon Crash Brilliant 18 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An 18-inch crash from SABIAN's Paragon line, developed with Neil Peart, in a brilliant finish. For rock drummers wanting a bright, cutting accent.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock and prog drummers needing a crash that cuts through guitars
- Players building a multi-crash setup around a common size
- Live gigs where projection matters more than subtlety
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Quiet jazz or acoustic sets where a bright crash overpowers
- Drummers who want a dark, dry, trashy tone
- Anyone on a tight budget filling out a first cymbal set
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
Brilliant finish
Polished surface. Brighter and glassier than a natural finish, with more high end in the attack.
Detail 03
Paragon series
SABIAN's line designed with Neil Peart, voiced for projection and clarity in loud rock settings.
Detail 04
$389.99
Mid-to-upper pricing for a single crash. A step above starter packs, below flagship hand-hammered lines.
Detail 05
Crash, not crash-ride
Meant for edge accents. Steady riding builds wash rather than giving clean stick articulation.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Sold as a single cymbal — no stand, sleeve, or felts included
- 02Brilliant finishes show fingerprints; keep a cloth in the bag
- 03Crash on the edge with a glancing stroke, never straight down
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What makes the Paragon line different?
It is the SABIAN series developed with Neil Peart, voiced for cut and projection in loud rock settings rather than dark, dry tone.
02Brilliant or natural finish — does it change the sound?
Yes. The brilliant finish is polished, which brightens the attack and adds high-end shimmer compared with an unpolished natural finish.
03Is 18 inches a good main crash?
It is one of the most common main-crash sizes. Full enough for a strong accent, still quick enough to use between fills.
04Does this come with mounting hardware?
No. It is the cymbal alone. You will need a stand plus a sleeve and felt washers to protect the bell hole.
