What's the difference between this splash and others in the AAX line?

The AAX Aero Splash Brilliant combines the series' punchy, articulate character with an extra-thin profile and multiple small holes design that minimize sustain and tighten the wash. This makes it especially effective in dense mixes and live settings where you need definition over spread.

Is this splash suitable for jazz or orchestral playing?

No—this cymbal is optimized for rock and metal, where its crisp attack and quick decay shine. Jazz and traditional orchestral styles typically call for splashes with longer sustain and rounder tones, not the tight white noise concentration this cymbal delivers.

How responsive is the extra-thin profile to lighter playing?

The extra-thin thickness makes it highly responsive to light touch, so beginners and intermediate players can trigger clear articulation without hard hits. It still maintains full projection across the kit at higher volumes.

How does the 10-inch size compare to other splash cymbals?

At 10 inches, this is a standard compact splash ideal for quick accents and punctuation without taking up much kit real estate. It cuts through dense setups and works well alongside heavier crash-rides.

What does B20 bronze mean, and why does it matter?

B20 bronze is 20% tin and 80% copper—the industry standard for professional cymbal tone. This composition gives the AAX Aero Splash its warm, musical character while the extra-thin casting enables the fast response and natural decay that define the series.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.

Sabian 10" AAX Aero Splash Brilliant

The Sabian 10" AAX Aero Splash Brilliant cuts through live mixes with crisp, articulate attack and quick decay that sits perfectly in a dense cymbal stack. This compact splash responds instantly to your touch—light or hard—while maintaining projection across the kit without getting lost. The extra-thin profile delivers the brightness and punch that define AAX series character, making it a go-to choice for drummers who demand definition in their live sound.

Material & Construction

B20 bronze provides the warm, musical tone Sabian is known for, while the extra-thin thickness enables fast response and natural decay. The multiple small holes design feature reduces sustain and focuses the wash, preventing muddiness in dense cymbal stacks.

Sonic Character

This splash generates high-end cut with concentrated white noise that sits clearly in the mix without overpowering. The natural decay and high density white noise concentration make it ideal for accents, crashes, and punctuation without lingering wash.

Key Features

10-inch diameter splash cymbal
B20 bronze composition
Brilliant finish
Extra-thin thickness profile
Multiple small holes design feature
High-end cut sound characteristic
Natural decay response
High density white noise concentration
AAX series voice and character
Responsive to dynamic playing

The AAX Aero Splash Brilliant combines articulate response with the controlled wash that separates a refined cymbal choice from a generic one, earning its place on any serious drummer's rig.

Condition	New
Cymbal Size	10"
Cymbal Type	Splash
Country of Manufacture	Canada