Sabian 18" Artisan Crash Cymbal

The Sabian 18" Artisan Crash delivers a responsive, full-bodied strike with immediate articulation and sustained complexity. Its raw, unlathed bell cuts through with clarity while the high-density hand-hammered surface produces deeper, warmer tones that resonate with musical substance. This is a cymbal engineered for players who demand both expressiveness and reliability across demanding musical contexts.

Tone & Acoustic Character

Remastered for darker, more complex tonal color, this crash combines fast response with rich harmonic content. The B20 alloy construction paired with meticulous hand-hammering techniques yields a warm, full-voiced crash that sits well in rock, jazz, hip-hop, and R&B settings without muddiness or harshness.

Design & Construction

The unlathed bell design and high-density hand hammering define the Artisan's character—raw craftsmanship visible in every strike. The thin weight profile allows for quick response and dynamic control, making articulation precise while maintaining the substantial tone expected from a masterpiece-grade instrument.

Key Features

• 18" diameter crash cymbal
• B20 alloy construction
• Thin weight specification
• Unlathed bell design
• High-density hand hammering
• Masterpiece series designation
• Dark sound profile
• Natural finish
• Fast, responsive attack
• Complex harmonic sustain
• Versatile across multiple genres
• SABIAN Two-Year Warranty protection

The Artisan 18" Crash represents the pinnacle of Sabian's cymbal manufacturing and will serve as a reliable workhorse in any serious drummer's setup.