Sabian XS20 18-inch Crash Ride

General

Over the last few decades, Sabian has come to be a major force in the cymbal making industry. The company - that was founded by Robert Zildjian in 1981 - belongs to the 'big four' manufacturers of cymbals, along with Zildjian, Paiste and Meinl. All four companies create very high-quality cymbals, but Sabian stands out because it pours just as much effort into its budget-friendly cymbals as it does into its expensive, high-end series.

Sabian XS20 18-inch Crash Ride: high-quality B20 bronze

The XS20 series is quite special, as it is a budget-friendly series of cymbals that is made of the same high-quality alloy of B20 bronze as Sabian's high-end cymbals. By using a more automated production process, however, Sabian has been able to keep costs at a minimum, making these cymbals not only very high in quality, but also very affordable.

This 18-inch Crash Ride does its name justice, as it excels both as a crash and a ride. As a crash, it creates a deep, powerful sound with plenty of volume, thanks to its large size and the relatively large bell. When you ride it, it delivers a full, wide-open sound with the same great volume range and a cutting bell sound.