Drum Cymbal Sabian 22" HHX Complex Thin Crash

The Sabian 22" HHX Complex Thin Crash is a dark, deep, and extremely musical crash based on the complex HHX philosophy. The HHX series combines the traditions of the legendary HH with a modern approach to hand hammering, creating a unique sound that is warm, velvety, and at the same time full of depth and rich harmonics. These cymbals offer maximum tonal complexity, a wide dynamic range, and exceptional sensitivity, making them equally at home in progressive metal, fusion, electronic, or traditional jazz.

The Complex Thin Crash combines the double hammering of the HH and HHX series to create one of Sabian's richest and most impactful crash cymbals. It delivers a soft, silky attack that is immediately followed by a rich, full-bodied tone with many layers of overtones. Despite its thin gauge, it sounds massive and confident, cutting through the mix with ease while maintaining control and musicality. This crash is perfect for large stages, studio recordings, and situations where a wide, dramatic, and emotionally charged sound is required. Thanks to its 22“ diameter, it produces a truly massive ”crash" tone, but does not lose its responsiveness and sensitivity to the slightest touch.

The cymbal is made from B20 bronze alloy, one of the most prestigious materials in the professional cymbal world. The combination of approximately 80% copper and 20% tin provides a deep, complex tone with rich harmonics and a characteristic dark tone. B20 is known for its sensitivity to nuances and its ability to convey the subtlest dynamic nuances, making each stroke as expressive and lively as possible. It is this material that allows the HHX Complex Thin Crash to sound more voluminous, warmer, and much more musical than cymbals made from simplified alloys.