Detail 01
Power Crash weight
Heavier than a standard crash. Needs a firmer hit to open up, but holds volume against loud guitars.
Product detailSKU #1274115038799
Paiste2002 Power Crash 18 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
18-inch bronze crash from Paiste's 2002 line. For drummers playing loud rock or metal who need a crash that cuts through a full band.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Loud rock and metal where a thin crash disappears
- Live stages with no mics on the cymbals
- Drummers who hit hard and crack thin cymbals
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Jazz, brushes, or quiet room playing
- Drummers wanting a fast, short-decay accent
- Anyone needing a crash that stays under vocals
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.
Detail 02
18 inches
Slower attack and longer sustain than a 16. Reads as a wash more than a quick accent.
Detail 03
2002 series
Paiste's bright, cutting rock voice. Forward attack rather than dark or complex.
Detail 04
Crash-only design
Built to be struck on the edge. Not intended as a ride surface for steady patterns.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Sold as a single cymbal. No stand, felts, or sleeve included
- 02Check your stand has an intact sleeve and felt to protect the hole
- 03An 18 needs more clearance than a 16 in tight setups
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this as my only crash?
Yes, if you play loud. At 18 inches it covers big accents well, though it is slower to speak than a 16 for quick hits.
02Is it too loud for a small room?
Likely. A Power Crash is weighted for volume and will dominate an untreated practice space or a quiet gig.
03Will it work as a ride?
Not really. It is a crash, so stick definition on the bow is limited and it washes out under steady playing.
04How does it compare to the 16-inch?
The 18 is lower in pitch, slower to open, and sustains longer. The 16 gives faster, tighter accents.
Reference
Full specifications
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