Zildjian I Crash 16" Crash Cymbal
The I Crash 16" is an all-purpose medium-thin crash: bright enough to cut, long enough to fill, with no excess either way. It is the safest size for a first real crash.
What sets it apart
- Brightness and definition rated 7
- Sustain of 6, well balanced
- Bright, fast crash
- Medium-thin weight, I family
Numbers right in the middle
Sound Lab gives the 16" I Crash 7 for brightness, 2 for dryness, 7 for definition and 6 for sustain. No extreme values: that is what makes it a versatile crash, which Zildjian considers suited to any musical application.
For a first serious kit
According to Zildjian, I cymbals sit one step beyond the fundamentals, with hammering and extensive lathing. For a drummer replacing a cymbal from an entry-level set, the 16" is the size that adapts most easily to anything: rock, pop, church, jazz practice.
Specifications
| Diameter | 16" |
|---|---|
| Weight | Medium-thin |
| Family | I |
| Brightness | 7/10 |
| Dryness | 2/10 |
| Definition | 7/10 |
| Sustain | 6/10 |
| Reference | ILH16C |
What it's for
- Main crash on a first kit
- Band rehearsals in the jam space
- Church music and worship bands
Compared with other manufacturers
From other brands, these 16" crashes also play the versatility card:
| Manufacturer | Model | Diameter | Stated promise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zildjian | I Crash | 16" | For any music |
| Sabian | B8X Thin Crash | 16" | Bright, loud attack |
| Sabian | XSR Fast Crash | 16" | Fast response, power |
| Paiste | PST 7 Crash | 16" | All-round, bright |
| Dream | Energy Crash | 16" | Explosive, quick finish |
Frequently asked questions
- Are Zildjian I cymbals any good?
- Zildjian places them above its starter lines, with hammering and extensive lathing. For a first serious purchase, the 16" is a safe choice.
- Crash or ride: which should I buy first?
- A kit needs both. If you add just one, the 16" crash covers the accents; the ride keeps time.
- I series or A series?
- Zildjian presents the A series as its most popular line; the I series, as the step for going beyond the fundamentals.
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