Sabian Vault 20" Crash
Group: Crashes
Type: Crash
Size: 20 Inch
Series: Vault
Weight: 1923g
Years of production: 2005 - ?
Sound File: Vault 20" Crash
Vault 20" Crash
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Review: "The 18", 19", and 20" Vault crashes each had a higher fundamental pitch than a traditional crash of a similar size would likely produce. but an interesting characteristic was present on all three. As I changed from simple stick articulation on the upper surface of each cymbal to a wash with a buildup of overtones, the pitch structure became more complex. Each of the larger cymbals had an "unexpected" fundamental pitch (the musical note one hears as the cymbal is played), but they also exhibited a lower pitch that was waiting just behind it, with increased volume. This lower note was the one that was sustained when stick action was discontinued. In addition, the bells were very defined, with a pleasant tone applicable for many situations.
- Each of the larger Vault crashes held stick articulation quite well. Many traditional crashes get "muddy" under prolonged stick articulation on the upper portion of the cymbal. Not only do they stop building up volume (as mentioned earlier), but they also lose some of their musicality. The Vault crashes not only held their musicality under prolonged stick articulation, they also built up gradual overtones in the low fundamental mentioned previously.
- Each of the larger Vault crashes held stick articulation quite well. Many traditional crashes get "muddy" under prolonged stick articulation on the upper portion of the cymbal. Not only do they stop building up volume (as mentioned earlier), but they also lose some of their musicality. The Vault crashes not only held their musicality under prolonged stick articulation, they also built up gradual overtones in the low fundamental mentioned previously.
- The 20" model is definitely all crash. Stick articulation on the upper portion of the body is possible, but it's certainly not as dry as a ride. Additionally, overtones built up readily, as one would expect from a crash. Interestingly though, the bell on the 20" is comparable to one you might find on a standard ride: cutting with a pleasant tone.
- The 20" model is definitely all crash. Stick articulation on the upper portion of the body is possible, but it's certainly not as dry as a ride. Additionally, overtones built up readily, as one would expect from a crash. Interestingly though, the bell on the 20" is comparable to one you might find on a standard ride: cutting with a pleasant tone.
- In terms of sheer volume, this puppy is loud. Again, the observation I made earlier held true: This cymbal's volume potential seemed to have no upper limit. The harder I hit it, the louder it got."
- In terms of sheer volume, this puppy is loud. Again, the observation I made earlier held true: This cymbal's volume potential seemed to have no upper limit. The harder I hit it, the louder it got."
Review written by Paul Bielewicz ("Product Close-Up - Sabian Vault Crash Cymbals"), Modern Drummer, June 2005, p.33)
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