Zildjian K Constantinople Crash 18" Crash Cymbal
The K Constantinople Crash 18" is a thin, dark, complex crash cymbal that opens up with rich low overtones and sings for a long time. At 18", it becomes an expressive main crash, made for phrase endings you want to leave room to breathe.
What sets it apart
- Dark, expressive sound, full of nuance
- Sustain of 7 out of 10, more than double the 16"
- Vintage-style bell
- Newer-style hammering and pin lathe
A crash that sings
At 18", the K Constantinople changes character. On the Sound Lab, it moves up to 7 for definition and sustain, against 5 and 3 for the 16", with a brightness of 4. The accent unfolds, carries its dark overtones and fades slowly: a crash that follows the music instead of cutting it off.
An old-school bell
Zildjian gives it a vintage-style bell that matches the pin lathe and the 1960s K look. The hammering, on the other hand, is a newer style: according to the maker, that combination produces more dark overtones than ever in this line.
Specifications
| Diameter | 18" |
|---|---|
| Weight | Thin |
| Series | K Constantinople |
| Brightness | 4/10 |
| Dryness | 4/10 |
| Definition | 7/10 |
| Sustain | 7/10 |
What it's for
- Main crash in jazz and acoustic music
- Phrase endings that need room to breathe
- Studio work, for a dark, long crash on mic
Compared with other manufacturers
These thin 18" crashes from other makers also go for a rich, dark sound:
| Manufacturer | Model | Diameter | Stated character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zildjian | K Constantinople Crash | 18" | Dark, long, expressive |
| Sabian | Artisan Crash | 18" | Thin |
| Paiste | Signature Traditionals Thin Crash | 18" | Light, dark, medium sustain |
| Dream | Bliss Paper Thin Crash | 18" | Very thin, quick decay |
Frequently asked questions
- Does the K Constantinople come in 19"?
- Yes, but as a crash ride: the 19" K Constantinople Crash Ride, medium-thin, which can also serve as a left-side ride. As a straight crash, Zildjian offers the 16" and the 18".
- K Constantinople or K Custom Dark at 18"?
- Same brightness (4). The K Custom Dark is much drier (6 versus 4) and a little more defined. The K Constantinople keeps more overtones and a vintage character; the K Custom Dark, a more controlled sound.
- Is a crash smaller than a ride?
- Usually, yes: crashes mostly run from 14" to 20", rides from 20" to 24". But weight and design make the difference, not size alone.
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