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Crash of Doom
Zildjian's largest, darkest China voice. Longer, rawer roar than a standard China of the same size.
Product detailSKU #1273887990360
ZildjianOriental Crash of Doom 20 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
20-inch Oriental China from Zildjian. Dark, raw, heavily trashy accent cymbal for drummers wanting a big explosive stop rather than a clean crash.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Metal and hard rock stops where you want maximum trash
- Drummers layering a China over crashes for a bigger hit
- Live players needing an accent that cuts through distorted guitar
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone wanting a musical crash or a ride — it's an effect voice
- Quiet or acoustic settings; this is loud and abrasive by design
- Small kits with no spare boom arm or stand real estate
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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20 inch diameter
Bigger than an 18 China. More volume, lower pitch, and a longer roaring decay after the initial hit.
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Oriental series
Raw, unlathed-feeling character. Darker and dirtier than the brighter A Custom Chinas.
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China profile
Inverted bell and flanged edge give an instant trashy burst with no smooth swell.
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$379.95
Cheaper than the 18-inch A Custom China despite being larger — the raw Oriental finish costs less to produce.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cymbal only — no stand, boom arm, sleeve, or felts included
- 02Mount inverted, bell down, and strike the edge with the stick shoulder
- 0320 inches needs real clearance and a 20-plus inch cymbal bag
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What's the difference between this and the A Custom China?
The Oriental Crash of Doom is darker, rawer, and trashier with a longer roar. The A Custom is brighter and more cutting with faster decay.
02Do I need a special stand?
Any cymbal stand works, but a boom arm makes inverted mounting easier and keeps it clear of your other cymbals.
03Is 20 inches too big for a small kit?
It takes space and hangs wide when inverted. Physically it mounts fine; the issue is stick clearance around your crash and ride.
04Why is a 20-inch cheaper than the 18-inch A Custom?
Different series. Oriental uses a raw, less-finished process than the brilliant-finished A Custom line, so size doesn't track price across series.
