Paiste 12" 900 Series Splash
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Paiste
12" 900 Series Splash
Product Info
Article Number:
407490
Brand:
Paiste
Model:
12" 900 Series Splash
Category:
12" Splash Cymbals
Price:
$90.20
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 12 in Paiste 900 Series Splash is a great entry-level cymbal for drummers needing crisp, clean accents. It’s perfect for genres like pop, funk, and lighter jazz where you need precise, controlled sounds without a long wash. A solid, reliable choice for students and gigging musicians on a budget.
Product Description
- Paiste 12" 900 Series Splash
- Splash Cymbal
- Size: 12"
- "900" Series
- Made of B8 (2002) bronze
- Short sustain for precise accents in all musical styles
- Special dark finish that emphasises the hammer marks
PROS
- • B8 bronze provides a bright, responsive feel and sound.
- • Dark finish adds visual appeal and slightly dampens overtones.
- • Short sustain is ideal for quick, articulate accents and complex rhythms.
- • Paiste’s consistent manufacturing ensures reliable performance and durability.
CONS
- • The B8 alloy limits the cymbal’s potential for complex overtones.
- • The dark finish can make it look a bit ‘used’ even when new.
- • While versatile, it doesn’t excel in louder, heavier musical styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
12 in
Material
B8 bronze
Finish
Dark, hammer marks emphasized
Sound Character
Short sustain, bright and articulate
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 900 Series is brighter and more direct than the Signature series, lacking the Signature’s more complex overtones and warmer tone.
The dark finish subtly dampens the cymbal, shortening the sustain and reducing some higher-frequency overtones compared to a brighter, more polished finish.
While it's versatile, its short sustain means it can get lost in a very loud rock mix; consider a larger or heavier splash for that application.
