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14" A ZILDJIAN FAST CRASH

14" A ZILDJIAN FAST CRASH

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Description

True to their name, Fast Crashes have a smooth, fast decay. Following a strong initial attack, these cymbals are bright, full-bodied, and musical. The paper-thin weight provides for a soft, buttery feel, and plenty of playability. Very responsive, these cymbals excel in moderate acoustic settings and in recording environments. Beginning with the 14" size, going up to the 18", these cymbals increase in volume and sustain while maintaining their unique, quick voices.

After playing the new A Zildjian Fast Crashes, Matt Sorum of Velvet Revolver commented, "These cymbals have a nice brilliant sound and really jump out at you. They also have a nice attack and decay. They are in the tradition with the As, but a newer, hipper, and more modern version. Zildjian is always trying new ideas and that's a good thing!"

Zildjian A Zildjian Fast Crash 14 in.
Zildjian A Zildjian Fast Crash 14 in.
Zildjian A Zildjian Fast Crash 14 in.

Warranty

Avedis Zildjian Company Warranty Statement
As of October 1, 2009, all Zildjian Cymbals are guaranteed against manufacturer's defects for two (2)
years from the date of original purchase. For warranty claims outside the U.S., contact your local Zildjian
distributor.

Warranty Process
Cymbals that show factory defects within two years of their original purchase are eligible for
examination at our factory. Zildjian experts will evaluate the damage and issue a replacement cymbal
unless it appears the damage is related to improper use or care.

If you believe your cymbal has a factory defect:
1. Contact Zildjian to obtain a Return Authorization number (RA#) via telephone: 781-871-2200.
2. Indicate the location of the damage on the cymbal with a piece of tape.
3. Make a photocopy of your original numbered and dated sales receipt.
4. Carefully package your cymbal. Include your RA# and the photocopy of your sales receipt in the box.
5. Ship the package to:
Avedis Zildjian Company
RA#
22 Longwater Drive
Norwell, MA 02061

A cymbal will not be replaced if:
1. It has been misplayed, dropped, played with excessive force or treated abusively.
2. The center hole is worn due to improper stand set-up or abusive play.
3. The cymbal was bought secondhand or used in a lease program.
4. The cymbal has previously been replaced by Zildjian.
5. More than two years have passed since the cymbal was purchased.

Warranty Notes:
• Cost of shipping a damaged cymbal to Zildjian is the customers responsibility.
• Factory evaluations take approximately 4–6 weeks.
• Cymbals that do not meet the warranty guidelines will be returned to the customer.
• Cost of shipping a replacement or damaged cymbal back to the customer will be covered by Zildjian.

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Reviewed by 12 customers

  • I would definitely recommend this cymbal!

    5

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    submitted4 years ago

    bySpeed Read

    fromPeterborough Ontario Canada

    I bought this cymbal to compliment my 14" and 16" fast crashes and it did not disappoint. It is lower in pitch and has a little more sustain which works perfectly as an end to my run on the toms. It also blends in nicely with all my other A Zildjians which are 10" splash 14,16 fast crash 16" china high 13" mastersound hi-hat and 20" crash ride. I've played A Zildjians for over 50 years and always will… thanks for making such great cymbals… Cheers!

  • if i had the room for it and the spare cash i would

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted5 years ago

    bysticks

    fromsaddle brook nj

    i like the sound and the quickness of the action

  • Nothing sounds like A Zildjian cymbals!!

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byBAYRAY

    fromDMV

    Used with my pearl MLX set for rehearsal and live shows ! Great sound!! Quick attack, short sustain love em!!

  • I'm a Zildjian Guy

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byTree65

    fromFort Wayne, Indiana

    I'm a Zildjian guy. I own other types of cymbals but most are Zildjian. My favorite crash cymbal was a 15" Paper Thin Crash. Unfortunately, I knocked over the cymbal stand and the cymbal hit a hard floor edge first. Paper Thin Crashes are no longer made so I looked for the closest thing I could find - the Fast Crash. I now own a few different sizes. I like the explosive response of these cymbals. When you hit it, the sound is immediate. And this really complements the way I play. I recommend these to anyone who prefers that same quick, explosive response from a crash cymbal.

  • Not too happy with the sound!

    4

    Verified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byDavid

    fromUndisclosed

    Pros: Short sustain/decay, light and bright. Perfect for most genres. Cons: Sound varies drastically from cymbal to cymbal (of identical type and size), so you don't know what you're getting when you order. I previously had a perfectly matched 16" and 18". The new 16" I received does not quite match my set and I'm still waiting to see how the 18" sounds when GC gets it from Zildjian. Pretty pricey for a sound you're not in love with.

  • Zildjian A fast crash

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byScott

    fromundisclosed

    Beautiful sound. Great attack and not much sustain

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