SABIAN 20" HHX Thin Crash

The 20" HHX Thin Crash responds with exceptional speed and articulation, delivering a fast attack that cuts through dense arrangements without excessive weight in your hands. Its thinner profile and smaller bell design produce a darker, more focused tone than traditional thin crashes, making it equally at home in jazz ensembles, contemporary worship settings, or studio recording sessions. This cymbal balances quick decay with shimmering sustain, rewarding both delicate touch work and aggressive playing.

Design & Construction

The cymbal employs a two-stage hammering process: initial sparse hammering followed by lathing, then denser HHX hammering applied over the top. This layered technique creates a complex, warm tonal foundation while maintaining the responsiveness expected from a thin crash. The smaller raw bell design is the cornerstone of the faster attack and lighter overall weight compared to standard thin crash designs.

Tone & Character

Rich and dark sustain defines this cymbal's voice, with a shimmering quality that projects clearly in ensemble settings without harshness. The combination of construction methods and thinner profile yields a crash that excels across multiple musical styles, embodying the versatility the HHX line is known for.

Key Features

• Size: 20" crash cymbal
• Material: B20 bronze alloy
• Profile: Thinner than standard crashes
• Smaller raw bell design for faster attack
• Sparse hammering followed by lathing, then dense HHX hammering
• Lighter weight than typical thin crashes
• Dark, warm tonal character with shimmering sustain
• Rapid decay suitable for cutting through dense arrangements
• Versatile across jazz, rock, worship, and studio applications
• SABIAN two-year warranty

The HHX 20" Thin Crash delivers the speed and tonal sophistication required by working drummers who refuse to compromise on either responsiveness or character.