Sabian 12" AAX Aero Splash

Sabian 12" AAX Aero Splash

The 12" AAX Aero Splash sits at the sweet spot between pure white noise and musical decay, delivering articulate high-end cut with a controlled trash character that records with immediate clarity and projects distinctly in the mix. This cymbal responds with precision to stick contact, capturing detail in multitrack sessions while maintaining the dimensional sound profile that defines the AAX series. The compact 12" size keeps the attack focused and manageable in dense drum recordings.

Tone & Recording Character

Built around a 12-hole surface pattern that creates higher density white noise concentration, the Aero Splash balances trashy, cutting frequencies with a musical decay that won't muddy sustained tones or create phase issues in the mix. This design positions it directly between the pure white noise of the AAX O-Zone and the more tonal AAX Air Splash, offering producers a hybrid approach to effect cymbal color that cuts through dense arrangements without excessive harshness.

Construction & Materials

Forged from B20 brass alloy with machine hammering and full lathing, this cymbal combines traditional Sabian manufacturing with the aggressive AAX X-Plosion raw bell for enhanced projection and microphone capture. Each cymbal is hand-inspected and proudly manufactured in Canada, backed by Sabian's Two-Year Warranty.

Key Features

• 12-inch diameter
• B20 brass alloy composition
• AAX X-Plosion raw bell design
• 12 holes on surface (approximately 11mm diameter)
• Machine hammering
• Full lathing
• Traditional finish
• Median weight: 393g (347–409g range)
• Made in Canada
• Two-Year Sabian Warranty

The Sabian 12" AAX Aero Splash delivers the cutting, articulate response modern productions expect from the AAX line while maintaining a musical quality that prevents it from becoming a one-dimensional noise maker in the recorded mix.