Agean 10" SPLASH R SERIES - SILENT CYMBAL
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Agean
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
The Agean R Series follows a handcrafted approach inherited from Turkish tradition, with production carried out in Uzunköprü. This series aims to offer cymbals with controlled volume without sacrificing the sonic identity of a noble alloy like B20 Bronze. The 10-inch splash naturally fits as a quick effect cymbal, perfect for adding short accents while remaining suitable for contexts where dynamic control is a priority.
Target Audience for This Drum/Instrument
This splash cymbal is intended for beginner to advanced drummers seeking an easy-to-integrate effect cymbal, particularly useful when volume needs to be kept reasonable. It is well suited for technical practice sessions (rudiments, accent precision, rebound control) and styles requiring quick, clean punctuations: pop, funk, indie, modern jazz, acoustic music, and all "light" stage situations where balance with non-amplified instruments is desired.
Features and Innovations
The uniqueness of this splash lies in its "controlled volume" design: the presence of hand-drilled holes reduces air pressure and limits sound power while promoting a very fast attack and shorter decay. The hand hammering adds complexity to the feel and response, with a character less "flat" than some practice cymbals. The result is a more expressive cymbal for working on dynamics, with a sensation close to a traditional cymbal but designed for quieter contexts.
Sound Characteristics
Thanks to the B20 Bronze, this splash offers a denser and more musical tone, with a typically "bronze" color: present harmonics, a lively grain, and a pleasant response at low intensity. On a 10-inch splash, one expects a brief and incisive projection: here, the B20 alloy maintains this liveliness while adding a sense of substance and depth across the spectrum.
The drilling contributes to a clean attack and a shortened sustain, which helps keep the mix clear in small spaces. The cymbal decays faster, leaving room for other instruments and allowing quick accent sequences without "washing out" the overall sound. For the drummer, this translates into a responsive cymbal, ideal for working on placements and articulations, with a more refined sonic signature than a standard silent cymbal.
Technical specifications
| Type | Splash cymbal |
| Size | 10 inches |
| Series | R Series |
| Material | B20 Bronze |
| Composition | 80 percent copper, 20 percent tin, traces of silver |
| Hammering | hand hammered |
| Drilling | each hole drilled manually, one by one |
| Place of manufacture | handcrafted in Turkey, Uzunköprü |
| Usage | practice |
| Context | small acoustic setups |
| Goal | controlled volume while maintaining B20 bronze sound quality |
| Agean warranty | 2 years, except for splash cymbals and cymbals from the R Series (appropriate playing required) |
| Coverage | any defect and crack appearing in the lathing groove (in the same direction as the lathing lines) |
Questions frequently asked
What volume does the Agean R Series Silent 10-inch splash produce?
The manually drilled holes reduce air pressure to limit sound power. The attack remains very fast and the sustain is shortened.
Is this 10-inch splash suitable for practice?
This model is designed for practice and small acoustic setups. It allows working on accents, rudiments, and placement precision with controlled volume.
What is the alloy of the Agean R Series cymbal?
The cymbal is made from B20 bronze, composed of 80% copper, 20% tin, and traces of silver. This alloy offers present harmonics and a pleasant response at low intensity.
Is the R Series splash hand-hammered?
A manual hammering is applied to this splash, while each hole is drilled one by one. Manufacturing is done in Uzunköprü, Turkey.
What warranty is applied to this Agean splash?
The 2-year Agean warranty excludes splashes and cymbals from the R Series, for which a suitable set is required. Coverage concerns defects and cracks appearing in the carving groove along its lines.
