16 Inch Crash Cymbals

Looking to add a touch of brilliance and explosive sound to your drumming? Look no further than our collection of 16-inch crash cymbals. Crafted with precision and designed to deliver an impactful and... dynamic crash, these cymbals are the perfect choice for drummers of all skill levels. Whether you're playing in a live setting or recording in the studio, our selection of 16-inch crash cymbals will elevate your performance to new heights. Explore our range now and find the perfect crash cymbal to complement your unique style and musical expression.
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Meinl 16" Classics Custom Trash Crash Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

Meinl 16" Classics Custom Trash Crash Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

SKU: MLCC16TRCB

DESCRIPTION

A 16" thin, brilliant trash crash cymbal with cut-outs for a loud, sparkling, and buttery sound.

$179.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: meinl

DESCRIPTION

A 16" thin, brilliant trash crash cymbal with cut-outs for a loud, sparkling, and buttery sound.
Sabian 16" HHX Thin Crash Cymbal, Natural Finish

Sabian 16" HHX Thin Crash Cymbal, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN11606XTN

DESCRIPTION

A 16" HHX Thin Crash Cymbal with a natural finish, featuring a thinner, darker, and faster design.

$394.99
$66 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" HHX Thin Crash Cymbal with a natural finish, featuring a thinner, darker, and faster design.
Sabian 16" HHX Thin Crash Cymbal, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 16" HHX Thin Crash Cymbal, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBN11606XTB

DESCRIPTION

A 16" HHX Thin Crash Cymbal with a brilliant finish, offering a thinner, darker, and faster sound.

$394.99
$66 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" HHX Thin Crash Cymbal with a brilliant finish, offering a thinner, darker, and faster sound.
Sabian 16" AAX Aero Crash Cymbal, Thin, Natural Finish

Sabian 16" AAX Aero Crash Cymbal, Thin, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN216XAC

DESCRIPTION

A 16" crash cymbal with a raw bell design and innovative hole pattern for balanced frequency and cut.

$324.99
$55 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" crash cymbal with a raw bell design and innovative hole pattern for balanced frequency and cut.
Sabian 16" AAX Aero Crash Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 16" AAX Aero Crash Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBN216XACB

DESCRIPTION

A 16" Aero Crash Cymbal with a thin, brilliant finish that offers a perfect balance of frequency and cut.

$324.99
$55 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" Aero Crash Cymbal with a thin, brilliant finish that offers a perfect balance of frequency and cut.
Sabian 16" B8X Ballistic Crash Cymbal, Thin

Sabian 16" B8X Ballistic Crash Cymbal, Thin

SKU: SBN416BCX

DESCRIPTION

A 16" thin crash cymbal with a funky, aggressive attack and high-pitched mayhem capabilities.

$139.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" thin crash cymbal with a funky, aggressive attack and high-pitched mayhem capabilities.
Sabian 16" Artisan Crash Cymbal, Thin, Natural Finish

Sabian 16" Artisan Crash Cymbal, Thin, Natural Finish

SKU: SBNA1606

DESCRIPTION

A 16" Vault Artisan Crash Cymbal with a natural finish, offering deeper, warmer, and more musically complex tones.

$544.99
$91 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" Vault Artisan Crash Cymbal with a natural finish, offering deeper, warmer, and more musically complex tones.
Sabian 16" AA Rock Crash Cymbal, Medium-Heavy, Natural Finish

Sabian 16" AA Rock Crash Cymbal, Medium-Heavy, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN21609

DESCRIPTION

A 16" AA Rock Crash Cymbal with a natural finish, known for its explosive and penetrating high-pitched volume.

$294.99
$50 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" AA Rock Crash Cymbal with a natural finish, known for its explosive and penetrating high-pitched volume.
Sabian 16" Artisan Crash Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 16" Artisan Crash Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBNA1606B

DESCRIPTION

A 16" Vault Artisan Crash Cymbal with a brilliant finish, offering deeper, warmer, and more musically complex tones.

$494.99
$83 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" Vault Artisan Crash Cymbal with a brilliant finish, offering deeper, warmer, and more musically complex tones.
Zildjian K Sweet 16" Crash Cymbal, Traditional Finish

Zildjian K Sweet 16" Crash Cymbal, Traditional Finish

SKU: ZJK0702
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DESCRIPTION

A dark and sweet 16" crash cymbal with a fast attack and great response.

$359.95
$60 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: zildjian

DESCRIPTION

A dark and sweet 16" crash cymbal with a fast attack and great response.
Meinl HCS 16" Crash Cymbal, Medium, Traditional Finish

Meinl HCS 16" Crash Cymbal, Medium, Traditional Finish

SKU: MLHCS16C
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DESCRIPTION

A 16" crash cymbal with a smooth attack, medium sustain, and warm feel, made in Germany.

$79.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: meinl

DESCRIPTION

A 16" crash cymbal with a smooth attack, medium sustain, and warm feel, made in Germany.
Meinl 16" Trash Crash Cymbal, Thin, Traditional Finish

Meinl 16" Trash Crash Cymbal, Thin, Traditional Finish

SKU: MLHCS16TRC
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DESCRIPTION

A 16" brass alloy crash cymbal with a thin, traditional finish for warm, modern sounds.

$89.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: meinl

DESCRIPTION

A 16" brass alloy crash cymbal with a thin, traditional finish for warm, modern sounds.
Zildjian A Custom Cymbal Set with 14" Hi-Hats, 16" Crash, 18" Crash, 20" Medium Ride

Zildjian A Custom Cymbal Set with 14" Hi-Hats, 16" Crash, 18" Crash, 20" Medium Ride

SKU: ZJA2057911
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DESCRIPTION

A custom cymbal set with hi-hats, crashes, and a medium ride for a modern, versatile sound.

$1339.95
$112 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: zildjian

DESCRIPTION

A custom cymbal set with hi-hats, crashes, and a medium ride for a modern, versatile sound.
Meinl 16" Classics Custom Dark Crash Cymbal, Medium

Meinl 16" Classics Custom Dark Crash Cymbal, Medium

SKU: MLCC16DAC

DESCRIPTION

A 16" Classics Custom Dark Crash Cymbal with an explosive attack, strong projection, and dark, warm tone.

$169.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: meinl

DESCRIPTION

A 16" Classics Custom Dark Crash Cymbal with an explosive attack, strong projection, and dark, warm tone.
Sabian 16" HHX Complex Thin Crash Cymbal, Natural Finish

Sabian 16" HHX Complex Thin Crash Cymbal, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN11606XCN

DESCRIPTION

A 16" dark crash cymbal with a raw hammered bell and proprietary HH and HHX hammering techniques.

$399.99
$67 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" dark crash cymbal with a raw hammered bell and proprietary HH and HHX hammering techniques.
Zildjian Worship K Custom Cymbal Pack, Includes 14" K Custom Dark Hi-Hats Cymbal, 16" K Custom Fast Crash Cymbal, 18" K Custom Fast Crash Cymbal, 20" K Custom Medium Ride Cymbal

Zildjian Worship K Custom Cymbal Pack, Includes 14" K Custom Dark Hi-Hats Cymbal, 16" K Custom Fast Crash Cymbal, 18" K Custom Fast Crash Cymbal, 20" K Custom Medium Ride Cymbal

SKU: ZJKC0801W

DESCRIPTION

A powerful and vibrant yet dark and gentle cymbal pack perfect for capturing the spirit of Worship music.

$1539.95
$129 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: zildjian

DESCRIPTION

A powerful and vibrant yet dark and gentle cymbal pack perfect for capturing the spirit of Worship music.
Zildjian I Pro Gig Cymbal Pack, Includes 14" HiHats, 16-18" Crash and 20" Ride Cymbal

Zildjian I Pro Gig Cymbal Pack, Includes 14" HiHats, 16-18" Crash and 20" Ride Cymbal

SKU: ZJILHPRO

DESCRIPTION

A versatile cymbal pack with 14" hi-hats, 16-18" crashes, and a 20" ride for any genre.

$549.95
$92 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: zildjian

DESCRIPTION

A versatile cymbal pack with 14" hi-hats, 16-18" crashes, and a 20" ride for any genre.
Sabian 16" AAX Medium Crash Cymbal, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 16" AAX Medium Crash Cymbal, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBN21608XCB

DESCRIPTION

A 16" AAX Medium Crash Cymbal with a brilliant finish, offering a wider frequency range and brighter, complex sound.

$309.99
$52 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" AAX Medium Crash Cymbal with a brilliant finish, offering a wider frequency range and brighter, complex sound.
Zildjian 16" A Custom Fast Crash Cymbal

Zildjian 16" A Custom Fast Crash Cymbal

SKU: ZJA20532

DESCRIPTION

A bright and responsive 16" crash cymbal with a fast decay, perfect for rock and metal drummers.

$324.95
$55 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: zildjian

DESCRIPTION

A bright and responsive 16" crash cymbal with a fast decay, perfect for rock and metal drummers.
Zildjian 16" A Zildjian Medium Thin Crash Cymbal

Zildjian 16" A Zildjian Medium Thin Crash Cymbal

SKU: ZJA0230

DESCRIPTION

A 16" crash cymbal with a bright sound and stronger high-end, perfect for versatile drumming styles.

$289.95
$49 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: zildjian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" crash cymbal with a bright sound and stronger high-end, perfect for versatile drumming styles.
Sabian 16" B8X Rock Crash Cymbal, Medium-Heavy

Sabian 16" B8X Rock Crash Cymbal, Medium-Heavy

SKU: SBN41609X

DESCRIPTION

A 16" crash cymbal with explosive response, tonally-full and powerful, made of pure Bronze.

$124.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" crash cymbal with explosive response, tonally-full and powerful, made of pure Bronze.
Zildjian K Drumset Cymbal Pack, Includes 14" K Hi-Hats Cymbal, 16" K Dark Crash Thin Cymbal, 18" K Dark Crash Thin Cymbal, 20" K Ride Cymbal

Zildjian K Drumset Cymbal Pack, Includes 14" K Hi-Hats Cymbal, 16" K Dark Crash Thin Cymbal, 18" K Dark Crash Thin Cymbal, 20" K Ride Cymbal

SKU: ZJK0800

DESCRIPTION

A K Zildjian Pack with 14" Hi-Hats, 16" Dark Thin Crash, 18" Dark Crash Thin, and 20" Ride.

$1479.95
$124 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: zildjian

DESCRIPTION

A K Zildjian Pack with 14" Hi-Hats, 16" Dark Thin Crash, 18" Dark Crash Thin, and 20" Ride.
Sabian 16" AA Medium-Thin Crash Cymbal, Natural Finish

Sabian 16" AA Medium-Thin Crash Cymbal, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN21607

DESCRIPTION

A 16" AA Medium-Thin Crash Cymbal in Natural Finish with bright, tonally full sound for classic and modern music.

$294.99
$50 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" AA Medium-Thin Crash Cymbal in Natural Finish with bright, tonally full sound for classic and modern music.
Sabian 16" HHX Evolution O-Zone Crash Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 16" HHX Evolution O-Zone Crash Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBN11600XEB

DESCRIPTION

A 16" HHX Evolution O-Zone Crash cymbal with perforated holes for a raw, dark and dirty sound.

$419.99
$70 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 16" HHX Evolution O-Zone Crash cymbal with perforated holes for a raw, dark and dirty sound.
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16 Inch Crash Cymbals

Whether you’re stepping into your first rehearsal space or gearing up for a summer festival stage, a 16 inch crash cymbal is an essential part of any drummer’s arsenal. These cymbals strike a perfect balance: large enough to deliver a bold, explosive accent, yet nimble enough for quick, responsive playing. Their versatility makes them a favorite among players of all styles, from jazz and indie to rock and metal. For students, a 16 inch crash often marks the first upgrade from a starter set, offering a brighter, more defined sound that stands out in a band or ensemble. Seasoned drummers appreciate how a well-chosen crash can transform the dynamics of a set, adding shimmer to a ballad or punch to an uptempo groove. If you’re shopping for a gift, a 16 inch crash cymbal is a thoughtful choice for birthdays, graduations, or as a reward for a young musician’s achievements—something they’ll use and cherish for years to come. Imagine the look on their face as they unwrap a new cymbal, eager to test it out and discover how it shapes their unique sound.

Selecting the right 16 inch crash cymbal involves considering several factors, each influencing the overall tone and feel. Material is key: most quality crash cymbals are made from bronze alloys, each lending its own character—B20 bronze, for example, is renowned for its warmth and complexity, while B8 offers a brighter, punchier attack. The cymbal’s weight and thickness also play a role; thinner crashes respond quickly with a fast decay, ideal for subtle accents or lighter music, while medium and heavier models project more volume and sustain, perfect for cutting through amplified bands or outdoor gigs. Finish matters too—brilliant finishes offer a glassy, shimmering look and sound, while traditional finishes often provide a darker, more nuanced tone. As May brings longer days and a flurry of live performances, many drummers find themselves seeking a crash that can handle both the clarity needed for outdoor venues and the subtlety required for studio sessions. It’s worth thinking about your playing environment and musical preferences before making a choice.

Whether you’re building your first kit or expanding a professional setup, investing in a quality crash cymbal pays dividends in expression and reliability. A well-crafted 16 inch crash can withstand the rigors of touring, countless rehearsals, and the occasional impromptu jam session. It’s a piece of gear that grows with you, adapting to changes in technique and style. For those interested in exploring the full spectrum of options, from classic sounds to innovative designs, our curated selection of 16-Inch Cymbals offers something for every drummer. Take your time to listen, compare, and imagine how each cymbal might fit into your musical journey—because the right crash isn’t just an accessory, it’s an extension of your voice behind the kit.