Bright, Sweet and Glassy — The Modern A Custom Crash.
The sound of A Custom
The 18-inch A Custom Crash delivers a bright, sweet and glassy crash with warm undertones, giving a polished modern sound that sits beautifully in a mix.
Quick response, smooth decay
Thin weight makes it respond very quickly to light and heavy strokes alike, and the crash settles with a smooth, soft decay rather than a harsh tail.
Brilliant finish, lower profile
A Custom cymbals combine a Brilliant finish with tonal grooves and a lower profile, which help shape their shimmering, refined voice.
Studio and stage
The A Custom Crash is built for both studio and live work, where it cuts cleanly without overpowering the band.
Part of a wider family
A Custom was developed in the 1990s with drummer Vinnie Colaiuta. Zildjian also makes this crash in 16", 17", 19" and 20" for building a matched setup.
Watch & Hear It
Product FAQ
What does the A Custom Crash sound like?
Bright, sweet and glassy, with warm undertones, a very quick response and a soft decay.
What weight is it?
The 18" A Custom Crash is thin.
What finish does it have?
A Brilliant (polished) finish, which is standard across the A Custom line.
What other sizes are available?
Zildjian makes the A Custom Crash in 16", 17", 18", 19" and 20".
Who helped develop A Custom?
The A Custom line was developed in the 1990s with drummer Vinnie Colaiuta.
Why buy from The Bangalore Drum Shop
✓Authorised Zildjian Dealer: Genuine India-market stock with the manufacturer's warranty, supported by us directly.
✓Play it before you buy it: Our Bengaluru showroom is set up so you can sit down and play, and compare against the alternatives in the room.
✓Advice from drummers: The team plays. Ask about sizes, heads, sticks, thrones, pedals and what will actually suit the room you play in.
✓Pan-India delivery: Shipped anywhere in India, packed for transit, with tracking from despatch to your door.
✓GST invoice and after-sales support: Full tax invoice on every order, and a service point in the city rather than a call centre.
Model & Format5 specifications
Specification
Details
Brand
Zildjian
Model
A20516
Family
A Custom
Type
Crash cymbal
Size
18"
Build & Finish4 specifications
Specification
Details
Weight
Thin
Alloy
B20 cast bronze
Finish
Brilliant
Profile
Lower profile with tonal grooves
Sound4 specifications
Specification
Details
Character
Bright, sweet, glassy with warm undertones
Response
Very quick
Decay
Smooth, soft
Best for
Studio and live
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