Sabian A1706 Artisan 17" Crash Cymbal

Musical Burst with Deep, Dark Texture

The Sabian Artisan 17 inch Crash delivers a slightly fuller voice than the 16 inch model, while keeping the same fast response and dark tonal character. Crafted from hand-hammered B20 alloy, it opens quickly with a strong initial burst before settling into a warm, complex wash that blends smoothly into a mix. Its size gives it more depth and sustain, making it suitable for expressive accents in jazz, R&B, acoustic and atmospheric styles, without sounding overpowering. The musically rich overtones and natural decay provide a responsive, organic feel under the stick, helping players shape dynamics with ease.

At Riffs & Licks Music, we think this crash offers the ideal mix of quick attack, tonal depth and expressive texture for refined playing.