Sabian Neil Peart Signature Paragon 18

Name: Neil Peart Signature Paragon 18
Brand: Sabian
SKU: 31869
Price: 439.00 EUR
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ID : 31869

EAN : 0622537040276

Information

Essential Information About the Sabian Paragon 18 in Crash Cymbal
• Versatile and powerful crash : a carefully balanced blend of projection, musicality, and dynamic response to transition from groove to big impact.
• B20 alloy : a bronze known for its harmonic richness, mix presence, and ability to remain expressive even at high volume.
• Sabian hybrid DNA : designed as a mix of the AA, AAX, and HH philosophies to combine explosiveness, precision, and warmth.
• Refined finish : logos stamped in gold ink to preserve the series' aesthetic.

Neil Peart Signature Paragon 18

439,00 €VAT incl.

0,00 € Ecotax included

Reference price

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

The Paragon series represents a very particular approach at Sabian: offering cymbals with a strong character, capable of combining power and musicality without sacrificing durability. Within the range, it stands as a "premium" synthesis of several in-house signatures: the direct energy of the AA, the modern definition of the AAX, and a touch of warmth inspired by the HH. The result: a crash designed to cover a wide spectrum of situations, from stage to studio, with a bright sound and reliable response.

Who This Drum/Instrument Is For

This 18 in crash cymbal is aimed at intermediate to expert drummers who want a crash that can assert itself in a band while remaining nuanced under the stick. Its medium profile and bright character are particularly suited to styles where attack and projection matter: rock, metal, pop, fusion, and funk. However, it remains interesting in more subtle contexts (studio, dense arrangements) thanks to a dynamic response that allows controlling impact without losing clarity.

Technical specifications

Category	crash	Thickness	medium
Cymbal diameter	18 "	Hammering	No
Material	B20	Color	Bronze
Sound	shiny	Finishing	laque_brillant

Questions frequently asked

What sound does the Sabian Neil Peart Signature Paragon 18 crash cymbal offer?

Its B20 alloy and brilliant lacquer finish produce a bright sound with a clear attack and strong presence. The 18-inch diameter favors a broad impact and wide spread.

Is this 18-inch crash suitable for rock and metal?

Its medium thickness and defined projection suit rock and metal settings. The cymbal is also recommended for pop, fusion, and funk.

What is the purpose of the Paragon design?

The bottom side features wide lathe work inspired by the AA series for quick response. The top side has lathe work similar to AAX, focused on projection and definition. The bell benefits from HH-inspired craftsmanship to balance the bright character with a touch of warmth.

Is the Paragon 18 hammered?

The technical sheet indicates that hammering is not applied to the entire cymbal. However, the description specifies a particular treatment of the bell inspired by the manual hammering of the HH series.