Sabian 16" Artisan Crash

The Sabian 16" Artisan Crash delivers a responsive, full-bodied crash with darker tonal character and exceptional articulation. Hand-hammered from B20 Bronze in the thin weight class, this cymbal cuts through dense mixes while maintaining musical complexity. The raw bell design and high-density hand hammering produce deeper, warmer tones that perform equally well in rock, jazz, hip-hop, and R&B contexts.

Tone & Character

The dark sound signature and remastered construction yield faster response times and tonal color that translates across multiple playing dynamics. The raw bell geometry focuses energy while the hand-hammering process creates the subtle irregularities that distinguish a truly musical crash from a generic one.

Construction & Design

Built from premium B20 Bronze, this crash benefits from Sabian's meticulous hand-hammering technique applied at high density across the working surface. The thin weight classification keeps the cymbal responsive without sacrificing the projection needed in band and studio settings.

Key Features

• 16-inch diameter
• B20 Bronze alloy
• Thin weight
• Hand-hammered construction
• Raw bell design
• High-density hand hammering
• Dark sound characteristic
• Model A1606
• Fast response times
• Deeper, warmer tones

The Artisan Crash represents Sabian's commitment to cymbal craftsmanship and delivers the musical sophistication expected of a hand-hammered instrument.