Which Sabian crash cymbal should I buy for my budget?

For the smallest outlay, consider the B8X 15" Thin Crash at £130. The B8X 18" Ballistic Crash is another option at £183, but it is a different size and model—not simply a bigger version of the same cymbal.

With more room in the budget, the XSR 16 Fast Crash sits at £235. The AAX 17" Thin Crash Brilliant is £341, and the AAX 18" Thin Crash is £373. These are the supplied best new prices, rather than a guarantee of what you will pay.

My practical advice: compare recordings or try them alongside your existing cymbals before buying. Listen for the attack, decay and balance with your kit; a higher price alone does not tell you which crash will suit your playing.