What skill level is this splash designed for?

The AAX Air Splash works for beginners, intermediate, advanced, and professional drummers. Its responsive, lightweight construction makes it easy to control for newer players, while its cutting articulation and fast decay appeal to experienced players in live and studio settings.

What are the main uses for this splash cymbal?

This splash excels as a fast, cutting accent cymbal in live performance and studio recording. It's best for tight articulation, quick punctuation, and dense arrangements where clarity is essential. It's not designed for sustained crash tones or low-end heavy styles.

What makes this splash bright and articulate?

The 8" AAX Air Splash uses AAX hammering and lathing applied to a raw bell, creating fast transient response. The extra-thin B20 bronze construction and six strategically placed 3/4" diameter holes further reduce mass and contribute to its quick attack and fast decay characteristics.

How does the size compare to other splash cymbals?

At 8" diameter, this is a standard splash size that delivers crisp, cutting tones. Comparable splash cymbals in this size range include the Zildjian 8" A Custom Splash, Paiste 8" PST X Splash, and Meinl 8" Soundweave Splash.

What's included with this cymbal?

The Sabian 8" AAX Air Splash comes ready to play with B20 bronze construction, a raw bell finish, AAX hammering and lathing, and six 3/4" diameter holes for reduced mass and fast decay.

Sabian 8" AAX Air Splash

The 8" AAX Air Splash sits light in your hand and responds instantly to every strike, making it ideal for fast, precise cymbal work. This splash cuts through your mix as a surgical accent tool, delivering quick attack and fast decay that lands your punctuation without washing out. Built for drummers who demand definition and control in their cymbal setup.

Sound Character

The bright, articulate voice of this splash comes from AAX hammering and lathing applied to a raw bell, producing fast transient response ideal for tight, controlled articulation. Quick attack and decay characteristics make it perfect for accents, crashes, and tight musical punctuation where clarity matters.

Construction & Weight

Crafted from B20 bronze and engineered as extra thin and lightweight, this cymbal demands minimal effort to play while maintaining projection. The six strategically placed 3/4" diameter holes reduce mass further while contributing to its fast decay profile.

Key Features

8" diameter
B20 bronze alloy
Extra thin weight class
Lightweight construction
Six 3/4" diameter holes
Raw bell finish
AAX hammering
AAX lathing
Bright sound character
Quick attack response
Fast decay

This AAX Air Splash combines Sabian's proven hammering techniques with a stripped-down, hole-laden design to deliver one of the fastest and brightest splash cymbals available.

Condition	New
Cymbal Size	8"
Cymbal Type	Splash
Country of Manufacture	Canada