What size of splash should I choose?

Common splash sizes are 6, 8, 10 and 12″. Smaller ones (6–8″) give the shortest, sharpest and highest accent — ideal for fine effects and fast 'splashes'. Larger ones (10–12″) sound slightly lower and longer, approaching a mini-crash. The most versatile choice is 10″, while 8″ is taken for sharper effects. Many drummers have several splashes of different sizes. Be guided by the desired character of the accent. We'll suggest a size for your style.

How does a splash differ from a crash?

A splash is much smaller than a crash (6–12″ vs 14–20″), so it sounds higher, shorter and quieter. A crash gives a powerful, long explosion for main accents and climaxes, while a splash gives a fast, sharp 'flash' for fine, colour accents. A splash doesn't replace a crash, but complements it, expanding the palette of effects. A full setup usually has both crash(es) and splash(es). We'll suggest how to combine them in your kit.

Where do I mount a splash in the kit?

A splash is usually placed in a spot convenient for a quick hit — above the toms, next to the hi-hat or between the crashes, to easily add accents while playing. For mounting, a separate short stand, a bracket on a cymbal stand or a special holder (e.g. on the bass drum or hi-hat stand) is used. The splash's small weight allows flexible positioning. Pay attention to the holder's compatibility with the cymbal's diameter and hole. We'll suggest a mount for your splash and setup.

Which alloy should I choose for a splash?

Like other cymbals, splashes are made of different alloys. B20 (bronze with 20% tin) gives a richer, more musical sound of professional level. B8 (bronze with 8% tin) sounds brighter and simpler, costs less — good for the start. Brass models are the most affordable. Since a splash is an additional effect cymbal, for a start you can take a more affordable model, and later add a higher-quality one. We'll suggest an alloy for your budget and level.

What styles is a splash for?

A splash is useful in many styles where fast, fine accents are needed — funk, fusion, pop, progressive, metal and modern styles. Drummers use it for colour effects, sharp emphases and dynamic fills. In heavy genres splashes add bright accents over a dense sound, in lighter ones — fine ornaments. It's not a mandatory but a very expressive cymbal for expanding the palette. We'll suggest a splash for your genre and playing manner.

Can I make a stack from a splash?

Yes. Splashes are often used in stacks — when two cymbals are put together (e.g. a splash on top of a crash or china) to get a short, 'dirty' trashy sound without long decay. This is a popular effect in modern music, electronics and metal styles. There are also ready effect cymbals and stack sets. By experimenting with combinations you can get unique sounds. We'll suggest splashes and cymbals for making stacks for your style.

Where can I buy a splash cymbal in Ukraine?

SoundsGood helps with selecting and supplying splash cymbals across Ukraine; a consultation is at our Kyiv showroom (Olzhycha St, 15, Dorohozhychi metro). We have splashes of various sizes and alloys, mini-splashes and effect models from Zildjian, Sabian, Meinl, Paiste and other brands. Free Nova Poshta delivery from 4000 UAH, instalment payment and participation in Prozorro tenders. We'll suggest a splash for your style, setup and budget. Tel. +380 (73) 060 01 01.

Splash Cymbals with Discount

Q: What is a splash cymbal?

A splash is a small cymbal for fast, bright and short accents. Thanks to its small diameter it responds instantly and decays just as quickly, adding colourful, sharp 'splashes' of sound to playing. A splash is used for fine accents, colour effects and emphasising individual beats, where a regular crash would be too long and loud. It's an additional, effect cymbal in the kit. We'll suggest a splash for your style and cymbal setup.

Splash Cymbals for Fast Accents — Size and Alloy

A splash is a small cymbal for fast, bright and short accents. Thanks to its small diameter it responds instantly and decays quickly, adding colourful 'splashes' of sound. Common sizes are 6–12″: smaller ones give the sharpest flash, larger ones approach a mini-crash. They come as mini-splashes and effect ones for stacks. It complements a crash rather than replacing it. At SoundsGood — Zildjian, Sabian, Meinl, Paiste, B20/B8 alloys, an official warranty, delivery across Ukraine. We'll suggest a splash for your style.

⚡A fast accent
An instant 'flash'

📏Sizes 6–12″
Sharp or softer

🎨Colour effects
Fine emphases

🔔B20/B8 alloys
From start to pro

🥁 Types and sizes of splashes

🔹 Splash 8″

A sharp, fast accent — a short, high 'flash' for fine effects. Sabian, Paiste.

🔸 Splash 10″

The most versatile size — a slightly fuller sound for colourful fills. Zildjian, Meinl.

🔘 Mini-splash 6″

The shortest, sharpest accent for fine effects and ornaments. A very fast response.

🎭 Effect splashes

For stacks and trashy sounds — put together with a crash or china for a short 'dirty' effect.

🆚 A splash or a crash

Size determines the character and role of the accent. Here's how they compare.

Cymbal	Size	Sound	Role
Splash	6–12″	Higher, short	Fine colour accents
Crash	14–20″	Powerful, long	Main accents, climaxes

Not sure — tell us the style and setup, and we'll suggest.

🔍 What to look at when choosing

📐 Size

6–8″ — a sharper flash, 10–12″ — slightly fuller and longer. Smaller for fine effects, larger closer to a mini-crash.

🔔 Alloy

B20 — a richer sound, B8 — brighter and cheaper, brass — for the start. As an effect cymbal you can start with an affordable one.

🔧 Mounting

A separate short stand or holder above the toms or next to the hi-hat. Check compatibility with the diameter and hole.

🎭 Stacks and effects

A splash stacked with a crash or china gives a short trashy sound. A popular effect in modern music.

⭐ Brands and categories

8″

Splash 8″

Sabian, Paiste — a sharp, fast accent, a short high 'flash' for fine effects.

10″

Splash 10″

Zildjian, Meinl — the most versatile size with a slightly fuller sound for colourful fills.

Mini

Mini-splash 6″

The shortest, sharpest accent for fine effects and ornaments with a very fast response.

Crash

Crash cymbals

Cymbals for main accents and climaxes — 16″, 18″, thin and heavy.

Details → All

All cymbals

Crash, ride, hi-hat, splash and china for a full drum kit setup.

Details →

Check exact availability and current models with our manager — we'll match a splash to your setup.

🚚 Delivery, warranty and instalments

📦

Delivery across Ukraine

Via Nova Poshta; free from 4,000 ₴

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Consultation in Kyiv

Olzhycha St, 15, Dorohozhychi metro

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Official warranty

Original Zildjian, Sabian, Meinl, Paiste

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Pay in instalments

PrivatBank, monobank — up to 12 payments

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Selection by setup

Size, alloy, mount — we'll suggest

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Prozorro tenders

Supply for schools and ensembles

🔗 Related categories

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is a splash cymbal?

A small cymbal for fast, bright and short accents. Thanks to its small diameter it responds instantly and decays quickly, adding colourful 'splashes'. Used for fine accents, colour effects and emphasising beats, where a crash would be too long. An additional effect cymbal.

What size should I choose?

Common are 6, 8, 10, 12″. Smaller (6–8″) — the sharpest, highest accent for fine effects. Larger (10–12″) — slightly lower and longer, closer to a mini-crash. Versatile — 10″, 8″ for sharper effects. Many have several splashes of different sizes.

How does it differ from a crash?

A splash is much smaller (6–12″ vs 14–20″), sounds higher, shorter and quieter. A crash gives a powerful long explosion for main accents, a splash a fast sharp 'flash' for fine colour accents. A splash doesn't replace a crash, but complements it.

Where do I mount it in the kit?

Usually above the toms, next to the hi-hat or between the crashes for a convenient quick hit. Mounted on a separate short stand, a bracket or a special holder. Its small weight allows flexible positioning. Check holder compatibility with the diameter and hole.

Which alloy should I choose?

B20 (20% tin) — a richer pro sound. B8 — brighter, simpler and cheaper. Brass — the most affordable. Since a splash is an additional effect cymbal, for the start a more affordable model, and later add a higher-quality one. We'll suggest for the budget.

What styles is it for?

Useful in funk, fusion, pop, progressive, metal and modern styles for fast fine accents. In heavy genres it adds bright accents over a dense sound, in lighter ones — fine ornaments. Not mandatory, but a very expressive cymbal.

Can I make a stack?

Yes. Splashes are often stacked (a splash on top of a crash or china) for a short 'dirty' trashy sound without long decay. A popular effect in modern music, electronics and metal. There are also ready effect cymbals. We'll suggest for stacks.

Where can I buy one in Ukraine?

SoundsGood helps with selecting and supplying across Ukraine; a consultation is at our Kyiv showroom (Olzhycha St, 15). Splashes of various sizes and alloys, mini-splashes and effect ones from Zildjian, Sabian, Meinl, Paiste. Free delivery from 4000 UAH, Prozorro tenders. Tel. +380 (73) 060 01 01.