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  Category - Crash Cymbal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
Rich with tonal color and dark with depth, SABIAN HH Hand Hammered cymbals are the ultimate for sounds that are full of character and warmth.
Rich with tonal color and dark with depth, Sabian Hand Hammered cymbals are the ultimate for sounds that are full of character and warmth.
A Zildjian cymbals are the most versatile and popular cymbals ever produced.
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  Cymbal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
However, hi-hat cymbals tend to be heavy with little taper, more similar to a ride cymbal than to a crash cymbal as found in a drum kit, and perform a ride rather than a crash function.
Furthermore, the edge of a suspended cymbal may be hit with shoulder of a drum stick to obtain a sound somewhat akin to that of a pair of clash cymbals.
Ancient cymbals are among the instruments played by King David and his musicians in the 9th century BC illuminated manuscript known as the Bible of Charles the Bald in the Bibliothèque Nationale, Paris.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cymbal   (1244 words)

  
 Crash cymbal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A crash cymbal is a type of cymbal that produces a loud, sharp, but comparatively short-duration "crash" used mainly as an occasional accent effect.
Suspended crash cymbals are also used in bands and orchestras, either played with a drumstick or rolled with a pair of mallets to produce a slower more swelling crash.
A pair of identical crash cymbals held in either hand by leather thongs passing through holes in their bells are called clash cymbals, and are a standard part of an orchestral percussion section.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Crash_cymbal   (630 words)

  
 What are Crash Cymbals?
The crash cymbals used in orchestra and band ensembles and in marching bands are a matched pair of cymbals with straps that are held in the hands – hence the British name hand cymbals.
Crash cymbals come in various diameters that are specified only as small (10–14” or 24–36 cm), medium (15–18” or 38–46 cm), and large (19–24” or 48–61 cm).
One of a pair of crash cymbals may also be mounted or simply suspended by its strap and used similarly to the play in the context of a drum set or kit.
www.wisegeek.com /what-are-crash-cymbals.htm   (396 words)

  
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It is the cymbal to use when you want to make an accent in the music or if you want to end a solo or a number.
Since it is used the same way as the crash cymbal, the splash isn't always mentioned as a separate group.
The bell is the center of the cymbal, which is a little higher than the rest of the cymbal.
www.angelfire.com /ne/dstolp/cymbals.html   (526 words)

  
 Suspended Cymbal, Crash Cymbals, Bass Drum
The ultimate choice of which cymbals to use can be influenced by a number of factors, including the musical context of the passage, the desired tone color to be achieved, acoustics of the hall, size of the ensemble, and conductor’s preference, among others.
Cymbal plates are at a 45-degree angle in relation to the floor.
Crash articulation is achieved by bringing the cymbal plates together with one side making contact just before the other, creating a closed “flam” or grace note effect.
www.pas.org /Resources/FUN/DorrCymbalsBassDrum.cfm   (2529 words)

  
 Cymbals, Cymbals, Cymbals
The basic cymbal collection for the drum set should be a 20" medium ride cymbal, a 16" crash cymbal, and a pair of 14" hi-hat cymbals.
The flat ride cymbal, that is, a cymbal without a bell on it, is used effectively for contemporary straight eighth note tunes and Brazilian beats, but is not as good for swing tunes.
Do not use a ride cymbal as a suspended cymbal for concert band or orchestra use for it is too thick for soft rolls and the sound won’t “blossom” if played in a crash cymbal situation.
www.kjos.com /band/band_news/band_news_cymbals.html   (1192 words)

  
 visu-lite china and chokable crash cymbals   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
The VISU-LITE 1800C is a single trigger crash molded in the shape of a china type cymbal.
This electronic cymbal is designed to be a crash cymbal that can be choked.
One trigger for the main sound, crash cymbal, the second triggers a second channel that turns off the first sound.
www.cymbalismmusic.com /visulitechinachokaable.html   (226 words)

  
 Crash (disambiguation) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Crash cymbal, a type of cymbal that is commonly found in drum kits, often used for a cartoon "crash" sound-effect
Crash (band), South Korean power-metal band, popularized in America as the soundtrack for the teaser movie for Korean MMORPG '[[1]], with the song 'Apocalypse'.
Crash was the ring name for the late Mike Lockwood in WWE.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Crash   (498 words)

  
 Swish cymbal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The swish cymbal and the pang cymbal are exotic ride cymbals originally developed as part of the collaboration between Gene Krupa and the Avedis Zildjian Company.
Zildjian at the time listed their corresponding exotic crash cymbals as china boy high and china boy low respectively, however these types had a squarish bell.
The swish has a higher tone than the pang and is washier with a less pronounced ping, and this difference was accentuated as the swish was originally sold with rivets already installed (see sizzle cymbal) while the pang was sold without rivets.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Swish_cymbal   (284 words)

  
 Consistency with Crash Cymbals
Teaching cymbal technique is often a neglected topic in the course of study for many young percussionists.
The student is left to learn cymbal technique in the band or orchestra rehearsal, often under the direction of a non percussionist on the podium.
Whether you crash top or bottom edge first, the physics of a good cymbal crash are the same.
www.pas.org /Chapters/NorthCarolina/pcrash.htm   (925 words)

  
 The Cymbal Types Explained
The cymbals can then be closed together or opened in a variety of ways to change the sound when hit.
While the hi hat and ride have stayed close to their roots, the crash cymbal family has grown so large that it will best to be presented in categories.
Large crash cymbals work well to either expand your current range or limit the number of cymbals needed since they serve well as a light ride.
www.drumjunction.com /cymbal_types.html   (1148 words)

  
 The Cymbal Source
Cymbals are used to express part of the drum set vocal range.
The hi hat is in fact a pair of cymbals matched in size, ranging from 12"-14".
Crashes are by far the are most diverse cymbal type.
www.drumjunction.com /cymbal.html   (731 words)

  
 Cymbal - Istanbul Cymbals
The Alchemy line of drum cymbals is a fine example of the quality and workmanship.
Cymbalism Music was started by a small group of drummers to offer the discriminating drummer a unique source for the finest product available at the lowest prices anywhere.
Cymbal cases, drum and stands from Wuhan, Alchemy, or Istanbul.
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 MMD Archives: Amplifying a Crash Cymbal
As an aside I should remark that the amount of crash cymbal perforation cut into 165 rolls varied a lot over the years, dependent somewhat, I suppose, on the type of music, but more (it seems to me) simply on who was doing the arranging.
Mike Kitner mounted the crash cymbal on Bill Black's 165, when he rebuilt it, directly on the side of the case near the snare drum, on a vertical plane, with a beautifully long beater that operates without the positive or negative effect of gravity.
The original Wurlitzer crash cymbal had also cracked years ago from use and was replaced by the current one.
mmd.foxtail.com /Archives/Digests/199809/1998.09.19.04.html   (847 words)

  
 Become.com - Shop results for crash cymbal
The Sabian AAX Series Studio Crash Cymbal has a thin design and small bell for quick response and tonally full, glassy, shimmering accents.The...
The B8 Series Rock crash cymbal delivers an explosive response for total presence and penetrating power through high volumes.
The K Custom Session Crash Cymbal was designed with Steve Gadd and features his distinctive cymbal sound.
www.become.com /shop?q=crash+cymbal   (303 words)

  
 Home Recording dot com BBS - Good crash cymbal for wailing on
Our drummer is going to pick up a new crash cymbal; we play metal and he does a lot of wailing on the thing, using it to drive the beat (like Sepultura or Soulfly).
on the cymbal matter, the pasties may be a little to "bright", they're the kind of cymbal you only want to hit now and then, when you really need that sort of cut, imho.
I have seen friends buy cymbals blindly and most times you can get away with that but many times you end up with a cymbal that doesn't compliment your other ones-this is more relevant with HH, rides, and crashes.
homerecording.com /bbs/showthread.php?t=42232   (1421 words)

  
 Encyclopedia of Musical Instruments [Illustrated] -Crash cymbal -   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
A type of cymbal that produces a loud, sharp, but comparatively short-duration "crash" used mainly as an occasional accent effect.
Crash cymbals are most typically 16" to 18" in diameter, but down to 13" and up to 20" are readily available, and down to 8" and up to 22" are produced.
Custom crash cymbals up to 28" have been used by big bands.
www.musicwalrus.com /List_of_Musical_Instruments/crash_cymbal.htm   (332 words)

  
 Paiste PST 3 Crash Cymbal - Music 123
In the picture, the image of the cymbal seems to be dull, and has no shine to it.
But when I got the cymbal, it was the brightest cymbal I own and still is. As for being a crash cymbal, well I bought the 14in cymbal and, the sound is very clean, I liked the sustain of the cymbal, I liked the decay of the cymbal.
But as for the crash sound, I just don't think that this cymbal has enough emphasis, but for 30 bucks, I have one rocking Paiste cymbal.
www.music123.com /Paiste-PST-3-Crash-Cymbal-i158200.music?affil=chrisb   (152 words)

  
 Paiste - Crash Cymbals
Paiste cymbal making philosophy is simple: that only a human being has the intuition and abilities to create superior musical instruments.
This allows their cymbal makers to focus their talents and energy on creating Paiste crash cymbals of the highest quality.
For the manufacture of 201 Bronze cymbals, Paiste uses a high-grade bronze alloy.
www.vintagedrum.com /category/Cymbals-New-Cymbals-New-Crash-Cymbals/brand/Paiste   (739 words)

  
 Johan VDS 16" Crash/Ride - Cymbalholic Forums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
This beauty started off as a cracked 20" Zildjian Z-Mac marching band cymbal that I 'inherited' from the university marching band that I was in.
The first thing you hear is the sound of the downsized cymbal before it was hammered and lathed.
They are just as good to work with as any other cymbal, so yes, that's a good idea.
www.cymbalholic.com /forums/showthread.php?t=11957   (490 words)

  
 Crash at Musician's Friend   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
This medium-heavy crash adds extra metal and a bigger bell to boost power for more volume, greater attack, and penetration.
The AAX Dark Crash is dramatically dark with a dry, definite decay.
The heaviest of all the Custom Crashes, it has a sharp, cutting attack with a high-pitched cymbal sound, and shimmers with compl...
www.consumermatch.com /wplist/wid/150/pcid/325768/wn/Crash.html   (890 words)

  
 Crash cymbals
A matched pair of cymbals (circular brass plates) that are held by leather straps and hit together to make a loud, metalic crashing sound.
They are typically used in concert bands, symphonic bands, and symphony orchestras to provide loud dramatic crashes at high points in the composition, softer crashes to provide a wider spectrum of sounds, or often a constant rhythmic pattern to keep a rhythmic pulse of the composition (as in a march).
See also cymbal; suspended cymbal; ride cymbal; hi-hat; sizzle cymbal; splash cymbal.
www.music.vt.edu /musicdictionary/textc/Crashcymbals.html   (86 words)

  
 Yamaha Crash Cymbal Holder With Stadium Base One Tier (Concert Accessories) - Opinions and Reviews
Yamaha Crash Cymbal Holder With Stadium Base One Tier (Concert Accessories)
Crash Cymbal Holder / Cradle: One tier version holds one pair of concert or marching crash cymbals.
The two tier version holds two pair of concert or marching crash cymbals and is perfect for switching between different size cymbals.
www.20-04.com /products/yamaha-crash-cymbal-holder-with-stadium-base-one-tier-concert-accessories   (200 words)

  
 Crash Cymbals Zildjian A Series Paper Thin Crash Cymbal
The Paper Thin crash has a sensitive response that is very clear and fast.
This crash has a bright sound with stronger high-end than the Thin Crash.
The Ride cymbal is an integral part of every cymbal set-up, from acoustic jazz to heavy rock.
bumblebeerecords.com /crash-5756.html   (165 words)

  
 Buy Sabian B8 Series Thin Crash Cymbal online at Musician's Friend
The Sabian B8 Series Thin Crash Cymbal's full, penetrating response is bright and loud, exploding with an upward pitch gain for maximum impact.
A performance player for 40 years, I was given a 16-inch B8 crash as a gift, and for a "starter" series cymbal it cannot be beat.
Great thin crash sound that can also be ridden on well and used as an effect cymbals well.
www.musiciansfriend.com /product/Sabian-B8-Series-Thin-Crash-Cymbal?sku=441365   (501 words)

  
 Crash Cymbals Zildjian A 16 Inch Rock Crash Cymbal (A0250 )
Crash Cymbals Zildjian A 16 Inch Rock Crash Cymbal (A0250)
The A series is the choice of more drummers than any other cymbal in the world.
Each cymbal is individually cast and rolled from the secret Zildjian alloy, creating instruments that have a distinct voice and character.
bumblebeerecords.com /crash-5716.html   (315 words)

  
 Zildjian ZBT Crash from zZounds.com!
It is my favorite, out of 8 cymbals!
Certain items must be exchanged directly through the manufacturer if they are found to be defective.
This includes tubes, strings, pickups, raw frame speakers, drum heads, drumsticks, cymbals, cowbells, and harmonicas.
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 Zildjian ZXT Rock Crash Cymbal at OnlineRock.com
Zildjian ZXT Rock Crash Cymbal product specifications and consumer ratings are displayed below.
The Zildjian ZXT Rock Crash Cymbal is a higher-pitched crash with enhanced projection characteristics.
For ZXT Titanium series cymbals, use only water and/or water based window cleaners such as glass cleaner.
www.onlinerock.com /mf_store/drums/c/Zildjian_Crash_Cymbals/Zildjian_ZXT_Rock_Crash_Cymbal_441157.htm   (129 words)

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