Sabian 12" HHX Splash
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Sabian
12" HHX Splash
Product Info
Article Number:
158686
Brand:
Sabian
Model:
12" HHX Splash
Category:
12" Splash Cymbals
Price:
$291.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This HHX splash is a real statement piece – it cuts through a mix like a knife. It’s perfect for drummers in rock, metal, or any genre needing a quick, attention-grabbing accent, but be aware it's not a subtle cymbal. The HHX series’ faster response makes it a noticeable upgrade from the standard HH line.
Product Description
- Sabian 12" HHX Splash
- Splash
- HHX Series
- Hand-hammered
- Size: 12”
- Fast
- waspy
- piercing splash
- Punchy attack
- kurzes
- schnell verklingendes Sustain
- Very assertive splash
- Brillant finish
- HHX Cymbals have a faster attack than the HH series
- The bell is sightly thicker and not turned
- Wider sound range than HH
PROS
- • The hand-hammering delivers a complex, shimmering wash beyond a typical splash.
- • HHX series’ faster attack provides immediate, cutting response for modern styles.
- • Brilliant finish maximizes projection and clarity in live and studio settings.
- • Slightly thicker bell adds a focused, articulate ‘chick’ sound when struck.
CONS
- • Its assertive nature might clash with softer, more vintage-toned kits.
- • The fast decay and piercing quality limit its use in subtle, atmospheric passages.
- • Premium-priced compared to entry-level splash cymbals, a significant investment.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
12 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Brilliant
Sound Character
Fast, waspy, piercing, punchy
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The HHX is significantly more aggressive and faster than the AAX, which tends to be warmer and more sustained. Expect a more immediate, cutting sound from the HHX.
It's a subtle but important detail; it provides a more defined and articulate 'chick' sound compared to a fully turned bell, adding a touch of complexity.
It can be, but careful mic placement and dampening techniques (like tape or O-rings) can tame the volume and capture its unique character effectively.
