{"product_id":"agean-splash-8-natural-103534","title":"8\" SPLASH NATURAL","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning in the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNatural\u003c\/strong\u003e series focuses on the essentials: artisanal craftsmanship, a rawer finish, and musicality reminiscent of the tradition of Turkish cymbals. Made in \u003cstrong\u003eUzunköprü\u003c\/strong\u003e, Turkey, this Splash fits into a \"natural\" approach to sound, where hand hammering and a visually minimal finish prioritize personality and spontaneity. Within a range, this type of cymbal often positions itself as a characterful option: less \"bright\" than a highly lathed finish, but more organic, with a distinctive identity that immediately stands out in a set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Drum\/Instrument Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e8-inch Agean Natural splash cymbal\u003c\/strong\u003e is aimed at drummers and percussionists seeking \u003cstrong\u003equick accents\u003c\/strong\u003e, dry punctuations, and a more \"roots\" color. It suits both \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eadvanced\u003c\/strong\u003e musicians: the instrument remains easy to integrate, but its rustic personality requires a minimum of attentive listening to be fully exploited. Style-wise, it excels in \u003cstrong\u003erock\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003egarage\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblues\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003estoner\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epunk\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eindie\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eacoustic\u003c\/strong\u003e contexts where excessive brightness is to be avoided. It can also be an excellent studio choice for layering accent hits without extending resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Splash is crafted using \u003cstrong\u003etraditional manufacturing\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003ehand hammering\u003c\/strong\u003e, a key point for the feel under the stick: the cymbal responds with more nuances and micro-variations than a highly standardized model. Its \u003cstrong\u003eunlathed surface\u003c\/strong\u003e (with a rawer finish) contributes to a drier behavior, with a clear attack sensation and a quick decay. The \u003cstrong\u003e8-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e size remains a reliable choice for short bursts: perfect for highlighting a break, reinforcing a syncopation, or adding a discreet \"splash\" complementing the hi-hat and crashes without overwhelming the sonic spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003eB20 Bronze alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e (copper and tin, with traces of silver), this cymbal retains the \u003cstrong\u003eharmonic complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e typical of high-end alloys: even at a small diameter, it delivers a lively timbre, richer than a more basic alloy. The B20 also favors expressive dynamics: the cymbal can stay controlled at low volume while maintaining its identity, and open up more as intensity increases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNatural finish\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eunlathed surface\u003c\/strong\u003e clearly steer the sound toward a \u003cstrong\u003erustic\u003c\/strong\u003e register, with \u003cstrong\u003elittle brightness\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elow sustain\u003c\/strong\u003e. Practically, the attack is quick, the accent is clear, then the note fades rapidly: a clear advantage for keeping a clean playing style, avoiding long resonances, and preserving space for guitars, vocals, or additional percussion. This \"dry\" signature also makes the splash very useful for modern patterns where short, controlled, and textured touches are preferred over a long, shimmering crash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003esplash cymbal\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eSplash 8\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eNatural\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003etraditional\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHammering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ehand hammered\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eunlathed\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eUzunköprü, Turkey\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlloy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eB20 Bronze\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e80 percent copper, 20 percent tin, traces of silver\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003erather rustic\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrightness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003elow brightness\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003elow\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgean warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e2 years except for splash cymbals and cymbals from the R Series (the latter requiring particularly adapted playing)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003edefects and cracks appearing in the lathed groove (in the same direction as the lathe lines)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Agean","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54360778014995,"sku":"103534","price":105.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/8cb1a542b871196d6993316efd2884d0ce52661a_AGE_NA08SP.jpg?v=1787395010","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/agean-8-splash-natural-103534","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}