Sabian 09" AAX MAXX Splash V2
9" Splash Cymbals
$222€199Check ↗
Brand profile · Canada, est. 1960s
Sabian
Sabian is a globally recognized leader in percussion cymbals, renowned for their diverse range of sounds and commitment to innovation. Founded as a direct response to a perceived lack of quality and selection in the cymbal market, Sabian quickly established itself as a challenger brand, forging a path with artist-driven designs and a focus on sonic exploration. Today, Sabian continues to be a favorite among drummers across genres, celebrated for their distinctive character and high-quality craftsmanship.
HHX Series (distinctive dark and complex tones)AAX Series (bright, modern sounds)Sabian Signature Series (artist collaborations)Thin series (versatile, responsive feel)Artisan series (hand-hammered, unique voicing)
1960sfounded
Canadacountry
340products in stock
$56–$3,124price range
Sabian in the charts
Every chart where Sabian has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.
Best Sabian 18" crash cymbals
36 models$144 – $742Best Sabian 16" crash cymbals
28 models$114 – $624Best Sabian cymbal sets
23 models$307 – $2,342Best Sabian 14" hi-hat cymbals
18 models$162 – $865Best Sabian 19" crash cymbals
18 models$345 – $769Best Sabian 17" crash cymbals
16 models$211 – $687Best Sabian effects cymbals
15 models$155 – $613Best Sabian 22" ride cymbals
13 models$512 – $836Best Sabian hanging cymbals
12 models$367 – $937Best Sabian 10" splash cymbals
11 models$56 – $262Best Sabian 20" crash cymbals
11 models$445 – $635Best Sabian triangles
10 models$60 – $286
36 models$144 – $742Best Sabian 16" crash cymbals
28 models$114 – $624Best Sabian cymbal sets
23 models$307 – $2,342Best Sabian 14" hi-hat cymbals
18 models$162 – $865Best Sabian 19" crash cymbals
18 models$345 – $769Best Sabian 17" crash cymbals
16 models$211 – $687Best Sabian effects cymbals
15 models$155 – $613Best Sabian 22" ride cymbals
13 models$512 – $836Best Sabian hanging cymbals
12 models$367 – $937Best Sabian 10" splash cymbals
11 models$56 – $262Best Sabian 20" crash cymbals
11 models$445 – $635Best Sabian triangles
10 models$60 – $286
All 340 Sabian products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 4 of 8.
Sabian 07" AAX MAXX Splash V2
7" Splash Cymbals
$184€165Check ↗
Sabian 16" Stratus Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$323€289Check ↗
Sabian 16" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
Hanging Cymbals
$680€609Check ↗
Sabian 19" Artisan Trad. Sym. ML
19" Orchestral Cymbals
$1,763€1,579Check ↗
Sabian 18" AAX Thin Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$463€415Check ↗
Sabian 22" HHX Sonic Surge
21" China Cymbals and bigger
$814€729Check ↗
Sabian 9" HH Razor Plate
9" Splash Cymbals
$300€269Check ↗
Sabian 14" AA Holy China
14" China Cymbals
$352€315Check ↗
Sabian 14" AA Holy China Bril.
14" China Cymbals
$352€315Check ↗
Sabian 22" HHX MAX Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$736€659Check ↗
Sabian 15" HHX Complex Big Cup Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$843€755Check ↗
Sabian 20" AA Molto Symp. Susp. Orch.
Hanging Cymbals
$556€498Check ↗
Sabian 07" HHX Complex Splash
7" Splash Cymbals
$211€189Check ↗
Sabian HHX Complex Performance Set
Cymbal Sets
$1,528€1,369Check ↗
Sabian Thundersheet 18"x26"
Effects Cymbals
$468€419Check ↗
Sabian 10" B8X China Splash
10" China Cymbals
$122€109Check ↗
Sabian 20" AAX X-Plosion Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$512€459Check ↗
Sabian 14" Hoop Crasher Jojo Mayer
Effects Cymbals
$457€409Check ↗
Sabian 14" HHX Evolution Mini China
14" China Cymbals
$390€349Check ↗
Sabian 09" Alu Bell
Effects Cymbals
$189€169Check ↗
Sabian 07" Alu Bell
Effects Cymbals
$155€139Check ↗
Sabian 10" Chopper Disc
Effects Cymbals
$372€333Check ↗
Sabian 08" Chopper Disc
Effects Cymbals
$312€279Check ↗
Sabian 18" HHX Legacy Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$535€479Check ↗
Sabian 12" AAX Mini China Brilliant
12" China Cymbals
$256€229Check ↗
Sabian 19" AAX AAXtreme China
19" China Cymbals
$496€444Check ↗
Sabian 19" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
Hanging Cymbals
$881€789Check ↗
Sabian 18" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
Hanging Cymbals
$803€719Check ↗
Sabian 14" AAX Mini China
14" China Cymbals
$334€299Check ↗
Sabian 10" Stratus Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$195€175Check ↗
Sabian 17" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
Hanging Cymbals
$744€666Check ↗
Sabian 10" B8X Band
10" Orchestral Cymbals
$240€215Check ↗
Sabian 19" AAX Heavy Crash
19" Crash Cymbals
$468€419Check ↗
Sabian 22" HHX Complex Thin Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$702€629Check ↗
Sabian 08" AA Mini Holy China
8" China Cymbals
$211€189Check ↗
Sabian 20" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
Hanging Cymbals
$937€839Check ↗
Sabian 19" Paragon China
19" China Cymbals
$496€444Check ↗
Sabian 07" HHX Evolution Splash
7" Splash Cymbals
$211€189Check ↗
Sabian 16" AAX O-Zone Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$390€349Check ↗
Sabian 16" Stratus Dry Hi-Hat
16-18" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$669€599Check ↗
Sabian 19" Stratus Dry Crash
19" Crash Cymbals
$434€389Check ↗
Sabian 21" AAX Power Bell Ride Bril.
21" Ride Cymbals
$635€569Check ↗
Sabian 16" XSR O-Zone Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$312€279Check ↗
Sabian 22" AAX Heavy Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$620€555Check ↗
Sabian 22" HHX Complex Big Cup Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$758€679Check ↗
Sabian 10" HHX Complex Aero Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$240€215Check ↗
Sabian 16" Artisan Trad. Sym. ML
16" Orchestral Cymbals
$1,361€1,219Check ↗
Sabian, honestly
What Sabian does well
- Extensive range caters to diverse musical styles
- Artist-driven designs ensure authentic sounds
- Consistent quality and durability across lines
- Innovative manufacturing techniques enhance resonance
- Wide availability and global distribution network
What to watch for
- Some lines can be premium-priced, limiting accessibility
- Vast selection can be overwhelming for beginners
- Certain series may lack a distinct sonic identity
- Artisan series production can be limited
- HHX series can be perceived as overly dark by some.
Questions about Sabian
Where are Sabian instruments made?
Sabian cymbals are primarily manufactured in Canada, with some production also taking place in England and Taiwan to meet global demand.
How does Sabian differentiate its lines from other cymbal brands?
Sabian focuses heavily on artist collaboration and sonic experimentation, creating distinct series with unique tonal characteristics and playing feel, often emphasizing a more nuanced and complex sound.
What is the difference between the HHX and AAX series?
HHX cymbals are known for their darker, more complex and often more raw sounds, while AAX cymbals offer a brighter, more modern and polished tonal character.