Versatile and unique design. The Sabian AAX 18 Freq Crash won the players cymbal vote in 2014 for its unique and articulate sound. Featuring a dual-lathing process and raw bell the Freq crash produces a gated attack ensuring a well-controlled sound at any dynamic level. The unique grinding treatment in the middle is largely responsible for the controlled sound making the 18 Freq crash great as an auxiliary ride cymbal too. With a bright and explosive initial sound the Freq crash cymbal is an ideal crash cymbal for a wide array of situations. AAX Dynamic Focus Tap it. Thrash it. With its Dynamic Focus design delivering total response accuracy at every volume. Only the AAX series lets you work all the dynamic levels from low volume to high with total control. In the studio or on stage in every style of music only AAX delivers such consistently bright crisp clear and cutting responses. AAX is the ultimate Modern Bright sound and the only series of cymbals which performs with excellence at all volumes. Specifications Style: Modern Sound: Huge open and bright Metal: B20 bronze Pitch: Level 3 Finish: Natural Weight: Medium – thin