Sabian 8" AA China Splash

Sabian 8" AA China Splash

The 8" AA China Splash delivers crisp, articulate accents with its inverted bow design engineered for quick staccato slaps ideal for tight, punchy cymbal work. This compact splash responds immediately to light or aggressive stick attacks, bridging vintage character with modern playability across rock, metal, and contemporary styles. Built from B20 bronze using traditional hand-hammering techniques, it cuts through the mix with clarity and edge.

Tone & Sonic Character

The AA series bright sound delivers cutting definition in both live and studio settings. Available in Brilliant finish for maximum brightness and cutting power, or Traditional finish for warmer, more complex tonal character, allowing you to select the sonic profile that best suits your setup.

Construction & Design

Hand-hammered with traditional coarse lathing and an inverted bow profile, this cymbal achieves fast response and controlled projection without excess weight. The extra-thin weight specification at 159g keeps attack snappy while maintaining enough mass for projection across dynamic playing situations.

Key Features

• Size: 8 inches
• Material: B20 bronze (80% copper, 20% tin, traces of silver)
• Weight specification: Extra-thin at 159g
• Sound profile: Bright
• Design: Inverted bow for quick staccato accent slaps
• Construction: Hand-hammered with traditional techniques
• Lathing: Traditional coarse lathing
• Available finishes: Brilliant and Traditional

This AA China Splash delivers the responsive attack and tonal character serious drummers expect from Sabian's flagship series in a compact, versatile platform.