Crash Cymbals

Crash Cymbals at Andertons Music Co.

Add explosive accents, dynamic peaks and extra energy to your drum kit with Crash Cymbals from Andertons Music Co. An essential part of many acoustic drum setups, crash cymbals are designed to open up quickly when struck, producing everything from bright, cutting accents to dark, complex washes of sound. Whether you're building your first cymbal setup or adding another tonal option to your kit, there's a crash cymbal to complement virtually every style of drumming.

Choosing the Right Crash Cymbal

The size, weight, alloy and finish of a crash cymbal can all influence its sound and response. Smaller and thinner crashes generally respond quickly and can produce a fast, expressive accent, while larger or heavier cymbals can offer increased volume, projection and sustain. Bright crashes are ideal when you need plenty of clarity and cut, while darker and more complex cymbals can blend naturally into a mix, making your choice particularly dependent on your music and playing style.

Crash Cymbals from Leading Drum Brands

Explore crash cymbals from some of the world's biggest cymbal manufacturers, including Zildjian, Sabian, Paiste, Meinl and Stagg. With different sizes, alloys, hammering techniques and finishes available, you can choose anything from versatile crashes for everyday playing to specialised cymbals designed for particular sounds and genres. Crash cymbals can also be combined in different sizes and tonal characters, giving you a broader palette of accents around your drum kit.

Explore Crash Cymbals at Andertons

Whether you're upgrading your Drum Kit, putting together a Starter Drum Kit or expanding an existing cymbal setup, explore Crash Cymbals at Andertons Music Co. Browse our wider Drum Cymbals selection, including Hi-Hat Cymbals and China Cymbals, to build a cymbal setup around your sound and playing style.