Zildjian A Custom 10" Splash Cymbal
The A Custom 10" Splash is a bright, standard-size splash cymbal, the one most drummers add first to a kit that only has a crash and a ride. It gives a clean, colourful accent, short enough not to blur into the crash and present enough to be heard.
What sets it apart
- A 10" diameter, the most common splash size
- Short, explosive attack that opens up immediately
- Brightness rated 8 out of 10 by Zildjian
- Brilliant finish that matches the rest of the A Custom line
Splash or crash: two different jobs
A crash marks the start of a section; its sound spreads out and holds for several seconds. A splash highlights a detail: a bass drum hit, the end of a fill, a syncopation. On Zildjian's Sound Lab scale, this 10" scores 2 out of 10 for sustain. It is gone before the next phrase begins.
Where to mount it
Most drummers place it above the hi-hat or between the two rack toms, within reach of the leading hand. A cymbal arm clamped to a stand you already own is often enough: no need for a whole extra stand for a 10".
Specifications
| Diameter | 10" |
|---|---|
| Weight | Paper thin |
| Finish | Brilliant |
| Series | A Custom |
| Brightness | 8/10 |
| Dryness | 2/10 |
| Definition | 3/10 |
| Sustain | 2/10 |
What it's for
- The first splash on a basic kit
- Rock, pop and funk, to underline a syncopation
- Studio work, when the accent has to stay short and clean
Compared with other manufacturers
These 10" splashes from other makers play the same accent role:
| Manufacturer | Model | Diameter | Stated character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zildjian | A Custom Splash | 10" | Explosive, brilliant finish |
| Sabian | AAX Splash Brilliant | 10" | Fast, penetrating cut |
| Paiste | Signature Reflector Splash | 10" | Bright, silvery |
| Dream | Energy Splash | 10" | Unlathed bell, bursting |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between a splash and a crash?
- Size and length. A splash is smaller and thinner: it bursts and fades very quickly. A crash is bigger, louder and holds much longer.
- What does a splash cymbal sound like?
- Like a short, high "tssh". On this A Custom the sound is bright and glassy, with an instant attack and almost no tail.
- How do you mount a splash without an extra stand?
- With a cymbal arm or clamp attached to a cymbal or hi-hat stand already in place. A 10" is light: a well-tightened clamp holds it with no trouble.
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