Sabian 18″ AA Raw Bell Crash
This 18″ AA Raw Bell Crash cuts through dense mixes with a bright, articulate attack and quick decay—ideal for recording sessions where cymbal definition matters. The raw bell design produces an incredibly musical crash character that maintains clarity without sacrificing warmth, making it equally effective on close-miked overhead arrays or blended into the mix. Built on proven AA series engineering, this cymbal delivers intensity with the tonal sophistication required in studio and production work.
Tone & Response in the Mix
The raw bell design and thin construction work together to produce a bright, cutting attack with quick decay—essential for cymbal tracks that sit clearly in dense arrangements. AA series cymbals are recognized for their strong, cutting voice, and this crash maintains that signature character while delivering musical complexity that translates well across multiple recording techniques and mix environments.
Materials & Construction
Crafted from B20 bronze (80% copper, 20% tin with traces of silver), this cymbal uses the traditional alloy preferred by professional drummers for tonal depth and durability. The thin construction weight of approximately 1358 grams (with unit-to-unit variation between 1358g–1465g) provides responsive playability without excess mass, allowing for nuanced control during takes.
Key Features
- 18″ diameter crash cymbal
- Raw bell design for bright, cutting attack
- Thin construction for quick response
- B20 bronze alloy (80% copper, 20% tin, traces of silver)
- Weight: approximately 1358 grams (range: 1358g–1465g)
- AA series — strong, cutting and intense voice
- Designed for high-volume performance applications
- Two-year warranty against manufacturing flaws
This crash combines the proven intensity of the AA series with responsive thin construction, making it a solid choice for producers and engineers tracking drums in studios where cutting clarity and articulate tone are essential to the final mix.
