Detail 01
16 inch
Mid-size crash. Fast enough to respond to a light hit, still long enough to sustain under a chorus.
Product detailSKU #1273887990392
ZildjianA Series Medium-Thin Crash Cymbal 16 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 16-inch medium-thin crash from Zildjian's A line. A general-purpose main crash for a drummer building a first serious cymbal set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Club gigs and rehearsals needing one crash that covers everything
- Replacing a starter brass crash on a first real kit
- Rock, pop and cover-band work at moderate stick volume
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud metal drummers who need a heavier crash to cut
- Players wanting a dark, dry, low-pitched wash
- Anyone needing a crash that doubles as a ride
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-thin weight
Opens quickly at moderate volume without needing a hard hit, but decays sooner than a heavy crash.
Detail 03
A Series
Zildjian's bright, cutting line. Sits on top of a mix rather than blending under it.
Detail 04
Crash, not crash/ride
Built to be struck on the edge. Sustained riding on the bow will sound washy and pitch up.
Detail 05
$309.95 for one cymbal
Priced per cymbal, not as a pack. Budget separately for hats and a ride.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Sold as a single cymbal. No stand, felts, sleeve or bag included.
- 02Check your stand has an intact sleeve and felt — bare metal cracks cymbals.
- 03A 16-inch crash needs roughly 18 inches of clearance to swing freely.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 16 inches big enough for a main crash?
Yes. Sixteen is the common main-crash size — quick response with usable sustain. Many drummers pair it with an 18 for a second, longer crash.
02What does medium-thin mean?
It describes the cymbal's weight. Medium-thin opens faster and at lower volume than a medium or heavy crash, with a shorter decay.
03Can I ride on it?
Not really. It has no defined ride ping and will wash out under steady eighth notes. Use it for accents.
04Does it come with a stand?
No. This is the cymbal only. You'll need a cymbal stand with a sleeve and felt washers.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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