Crash 18" 2.497gr by Cymbal Master Roberto Spizzichino

We are a recording studio with a large collection of Spizzichino cymbals.  We are selling a few from our collection to fund an ongoing (and expensive) renovation.

Roberto Spizzichino is considered the greatest cymbal artisan in history. Spizzichino cymbals are considered the Stradivarius of the percussion world.  

Spizzichino handmade cymbals in his workshop in San Quirico, Italy and was sought out by legendary drummers from all over the world for the incredible sound of his handmade instruments.  Spizzichino ride cymbals usually sell between $3,000 to $5,500, and hi hats can command prices of $6,000 or more.  It is suggested that since all of his cymbals were handmade, Roberto Spizzichino only made approximately 3500 cymbals in his lifetime.

According to Spizzichino cymbal experts, Roberto made very few crash cymbals.  We own several of these ranging from 12" to 18".

The origin of this cymbal: Roberto Spizzichino reputedly only had three cymbalsmiths who studied with him during his lifetime; Matt Nolan, Matt Bettis, and Murat Diril.  It was represented to us when we purchased this cymbal, that it came from "a private collection of one of the last Spizzichino's pupils, who spent time with him and had the chance to see these cymbals made." 

How does it sound? Very rich and complex, with a dark pitch.

Rarity:  Spizzichino cymbals are very rare, and his crash cymbals are exceptionally rare.  This cymbal is an 18" crash ride.  This is an opportunity to own a rare cymbal by Roberto Spizzichino.

Brand	Spizzichino
Model	Spizzichino Crash Ride 18" 2497g Handmade by Roberto Spizzichino
Categories	Ride
Made In	Italy