What skill level do I need to get the most from this splash?

The Paragon Splash is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional drummers. Its responsive, nuanced character rewards sensitivity and dynamic control, so players who value articulation and finesse will appreciate it most.

How does this splash sound compared to heavier splashes?

At 224 grams in thin weight, this splash has a fast decay and crisp attack that cuts through dense mixes without lingering. Heavier splashes sustain longer; this one prioritizes definition and articulation, making it excellent for accent work in jazz and rock.

What finishes are available?

The Paragon Splash comes in both Brilliant (highly polished) and Traditional finishes. Both use the same B20 bronze alloy and hand-hammering; finish choice is purely aesthetic.

Is this cymbal suitable for heavy metal or marching percussion?

No. The Paragon Splash is designed for jazz, rock, and progressive music. Its thin weight and fast decay are not optimized for heavy metal's sustained articulation or marching applications.

What makes the construction special?

Pure SABIAN B20 bronze combined with AA-hammered bows, hand-hammered cups, pinpoint lathing on top, and coarse lathing on bottom creates refined tone with clear frequency definition and controlled sustain.

Sabian 10" Paragon Splash

The 10" Paragon Splash delivers crisp, articulate attack with a fast decay that cuts through dense mix environments. This thin cymbal responds immediately to both delicate brushwork and aggressive stick strikes, making it equally suited to jazz sessions and rock recordings. Designed in collaboration with RUSH drummer Neil Peart, this splash combines responsive character with professional-grade construction for studio tracking and live performance.

Construction & Materials

Pure SABIAN B20 bronze combined with AA-hammered bows, hand-hammered cups, pinpoint lathing on the tops, and coarse lathing on the bottoms creates a refined yet articulate sonic profile. This traditional hammering and lathing approach provides controlled sustain with clear definition across the frequency spectrum, translating predictably whether captured close-mic'd or blended in a full drum kit overhead scenario.

Weight & Response

The thin weight classification at approximately 224 grams ensures quick responsiveness and minimal effort to activate, ideal for tracking sessions requiring sensitivity and dynamic range. The lighter mass permits nuanced control and articulation when laying down soft accents or punctuating passages with decisive cuts in the mix.

Key Features

10-inch diameter splash cymbal
Pure SABIAN B20 bronze alloy
Thin weight classification
Approximately 224 grams
AA-hammered bows for refined tone
Hand-hammered cups for responsive character
Pinpoint lathing on top surface
Coarse lathing on bottom surface
Available in Brilliant (highly polished) finish
Available in Traditional finish
Designed with Neil Peart of RUSH
Fast attack with controlled decay

The Paragon Splash works as a dedicated accent cymbal in the studio, delivering both responsiveness and tonal sophistication in a compact format that sits cleanly in dense mixes.

Condition	New
Cymbal Size	10"
Cymbal Type	Splash
Country of Manufacture	Canada