This ZBT Series crash is a a splendid, fast, 16-inch crash with a bright, high-pitched tone. A 16-inch crash with a bright, high-pitched tone. Click to enlarge. Top sound grooves with small round hammer strikes for texture and character. A fast, bright, high-volume sound from the power-packed ZBT alloy. Maximum Performance and Maximum Value. This medium-thin, 16-inch crash is made of Zildjian"s ultra-durable ZBT alloy, which means it"s built to last and won"t break the bank. Perfect for beginners or pros looking to further build their range of sounds. The Zildjian ZBT Series Start Here. Go Anywhere. Don"t let price stand between you and a sensational sounding set of cymbals. Revolutionary new manufacturing techniques developed by the Zildjian Sound Lab release a fast, bright, high-volume sound from the power-packed ZBT alloy. They make an ideal first set of Zildjians for any school marching and concert band. Alloy: Enhanced Zildjian Sheet Bronze: 92% Copper, 8% Tin Hammering: Small round hammer strikes in a precision patter creating texture and character. Lathing: Sound grooves on top surface only. Finish: Brilliant Finished Sound: Quick, bold, bright response with more focused tones. Totally consistent within each model. Zildjian Bronze Technology Zildjian Sheet Bronze Cymbals begin as pre-formed disks cut from metal with uniform thickness. Precision hammering and shaping pummels cymbal discs, loosening the alloy"s molecular structure and freeing up its distinctive tone. Sheet Bronze cymbals have a very fast response with a quick decay, along with excellent durability and a consistent sound within each respective model. Affordably priced, Sheet Bronze cymbals make a great choice for beginners and pros alike. What"s in the Box 16-Inch Zildjian ZBT Crash Cymbal