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The HCS Dark Series 18" crash offers a harmonic, defined sound, ideal for musicians looking for a cymbal with a medium-dark tone and a quick attack. Made from MS63 brass with a dark finish, this medium crash produces short sustain and a low-to-medium volume, perfect for rock and pop styles in rehearsals or in the studio. Its Pressure Point technology and wide-blade lathing ensure precise accents and a controlled sound, making it suitable for drummers seeking a versatile, expressive instrument.
| Brand | Meinl |
|---|---|
| Model | HCS Dark 18" Crash |
| Reference | HCS18DAC |
| Series | HCS Dark |
| Type | Crash |
| Diameter | 18" (45.72 cm) |
| Alloy | MS63 brass |
| Finish | Dark |
| Thickness / weight | Medium |
| Timbre | Medium-dark |
| Pitch | Low to mid |
| Character | Harmonic, defined |
| Sustain | Short |
| Volume | Medium to low |
| Attack | Fast and punchy |
| Sound | Controlled, precise accents |
| Profile / machining | Wide Blade lathing |
| Technology | Pressure Point Technology |
| Musical styles | Rock, Pop |
| Manufacturing | Germany |
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