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Fast crash
Thinner profile that opens up with less force and decays quickly instead of ringing on.
Product detailSKU #1273887990414
ZildjianA Custom Fast Crash 17 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 17-inch fast crash from Zildjian's A Custom line, $374.95. For drummers who want a bright accent that speaks immediately and gets out of the way.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fast playing where a slow crash would blur the next hit
- Bright pop, rock and session work needing quick accents
- Filling the gap between a 16 and an 18 in a multi-crash setup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers wanting a long, dark, washy crash
- Players needing hi-hats or a ride before a third crash
- Anyone after a low, dry jazz voice
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.
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17-inch diameter
An in-between size. Lower and fuller than a 16, but faster and higher than an 18.
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A Custom series
Zildjian's bright, cutting line. This sits on top of a mix rather than behind it.
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Thin, quick-response build
Responds to light sticking, but hard rimshot-level crashing on a thin cymbal raises the risk of cracks.
Detail 05
$374.95
Professional tier for a single crash. Full crash pairs at this level add up fast.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cymbal only. No stand, sleeve, felt washers or bag included.
- 02Always use a plastic sleeve and felts — bare metal on the rod cracks bell holes.
- 03Thin fast crashes want a glancing edge hit, not a straight-on smash.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What makes a crash a fast crash?
It is thinner, so it opens with less force and its decay is shorter. Good when accents come close together and a long wash would muddy things.
02Should I get 17 or 16 inches?
17 gives a slightly lower, fuller crash with more body. 16 is higher, quicker and cuts through with less volume behind it.
03Is it durable enough for hard hitters?
Thin cymbals are less forgiving. Hit the edge at an angle rather than straight down and it will last.
04Does this include a stand?
No. The cymbal ships alone. Budget for a stand, sleeve and felts if you do not have a free arm.
Reference
Full specifications
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