Zildjian A Custom 12" Splash Cymbal
The A Custom 12" Splash is the largest A Custom splash: an accent cymbal with enough body to stand in for a small crash on a stripped-down kit. It suits the drummer who finds 8" and 10" splashes too thin-sounding.
What sets it apart
- Definition rated 6 out of 10, double that of the 10"
- Sustain of 5 out of 10: the accent lasts a little longer
- More moderate brightness, rated 6 out of 10
- Same paper thin weight and brilliant finish as the smaller ones
Two inches that change the character
According to Zildjian, a larger diameter plays louder, sustains longer and sits lower in pitch. The Sound Lab numbers bear it out: from 10" to 12", brightness drops from 8 to 6, definition rises from 3 to 6 and sustain from 2 to 5. You keep the instant response of a splash, but the note has real presence.
On a jazz or coffee-house kit, two cymbals are sometimes enough: a ride and this 12", which then plays the part of a discreet crash.
Specifications
| Diameter | 12" |
|---|---|
| Weight | Paper thin |
| Finish | Brilliant |
| Series | A Custom |
| Brightness | 6/10 |
| Dryness | 3/10 |
| Definition | 6/10 |
| Sustain | 5/10 |
What it's for
- A small crash on a compact or coffee-house kit
- A longer accent for ballads
- A second splash, answering an 8" or a 10"
Compared with other manufacturers
From other makers, these 12" splashes also offer a fuller accent:
| Manufacturer | Model | Diameter | Stated character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zildjian | A Custom Splash | 12" | More body, bright |
| Sabian | AAX Splash | 12" | Extra thin, very lively |
| Paiste | 2002 Splash | 12" | Warm, classic rock splash |
| Dream | Contact Splash | 12" | Shimmering, whispering fade |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the best splash cymbal size?
- There is no single answer: it depends on space and role. For a lightning accent, 8"; for general use, 10"; for an accent with body, this 12".
- Why choose an A Custom splash?
- For its brilliant finish and glassy sound, matched to the rest of the A Custom line. If your other cymbals come from this series, the 12" blends in with no clash of colour.
- How do you clean an A Custom cymbal?
- Zildjian suggests mild dish soap and warm water for fingerprints, then a thorough dry. Its polish is made for brilliant finishes only; avoid rubbing the logo, as the ink wipes off.
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