Sabian 12″ AAX O-Zone Splash
The Sabian 12″ AAX O-Zone Splash delivers a bright, cutting response with minimal sustain—essential for tracking drums in tight studio spaces and layering percussion without muddying the mix. Six 1″ perforations cut through the thin bronze, creating a sharp attack and quick decay that sits cleanly in jazz, fusion, and contemporary productions. This hand-crafted splash commands presence in the recording without overwhelming adjacent drum elements or losing definition in dense arrangements.
Construction & Materials
Built from premium B20 bronze (80% copper with silver, 20% tin) using hand-operated machine-hammered construction, this cymbal combines traditional metallurgy with precision shaping. The extra-thin weight and perforated design maximize responsiveness while maintaining the tonal integrity B20 bronze is known for—critical for capturing detail in studio recordings.
Sonic Character
The six strategically placed holes reduce mass and accelerate the decay, producing a tight, pingy splash with minimal wash—ideal for articulate cymbal definition and frequency separation in mixed tracks. The natural finish preserves the raw character of the bronze, contributing to the cymbal’s focused, brilliant voice that translates clearly to tape and digital.
Key Features
- 12″ diameter splash cymbal
- Made from B20 bronze (80% copper with silver and 20% tin)
- Six 1″ holes perforate the thin bronze
- Extra-thin weight construction
- Hand-operated machine-hammered
- Hand-crafted from premium materials
- Natural finish
- Bright, cutting attack with quick decay
The AAX O-Zone Splash pairs articulate punch with the unmistakable warmth of B20 bronze, making it a reliable choice for session work and production tracks that demand clarity and definition in the cymbal range.
