What's a good, crisp slash cymbal?

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Forgive me that this isn't really a recording question but I want to get a quick fade, crisp splash cymbal. What's a good brand and diameter that won't cost a fortune?
 
It doesn't have to be a recording question to be relevant here; post without fear. Anyway, I have an A. Zildjian 10" splash that delivers the classic splash sound.
 
I don't know if Sabian still makes them, but I used to use an 8" AA Sound Control splash that was bright and crisp with a rather short decay. A lot of the hand hammered stuff has shorter decays, but they tend to be somewhat dark and muted compared to their machine lathed siblings.
 
Usually I use a Zildjian 10". Very nice sound. I also use a Sabian 8" B8 that I got for $13.95. It was a promo deal at a store near by. It does the job too.
 
I also like the sound you are describing. I have used 10" Zildjians for years, mostly A's and K's, and found a couple that sound nice . However, I was really taken back when I heard a 10" UFIP (Experience Series). At least this particular cymbal seems to be a little more crisp and cutting, but not cheap sounding. Sounds great in the studio. I have not listened to many UFIP's though, so I am not sure if they all have this quality or I just happened upon a good one. You might check 'em out.
 
I have a 10" Zildjian that I love. In general, I think 10" is the perfect size for most splash cymbals.
 
Is there a particular Zildian Series # that you have? I want to make sure I get one that sounds good.
 
Mine is just the plain old Zildjian. It doesn't have a series letter.

Like almost anything else with music gear, your best bet is to use your own ears. It is good to get advice from folks to narrow your search and avoid pitfalls, but now that you have some ideas I suggest you head down to your local music store and try some out. Each cymbal will have its own flavor, and what suits my taste may not suit yours.
 
I use the Paiste thin splashes and i wouldnt trade them for all the zildjians in the world, i like them obviously because of their sound and because you are not going to have that cliche mau katche, vinnie, carter sound that all zildjian users have....bring it on!!!!
 
alonso said:
...because you are not going to have that cliche mau katche, vinnie, carter sound that all zildjian users have....bring it on!!!!
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Yeah, I would really HATE to sound like these guys!

;)
 
Sorry to tell you this neirbo, but even though they might be some of the best players in the planet I wouldnt like to sound like them, maybe pick some of their stuff here and there, but a true musician has to find his own voice....i am shure none of these guys would like to sound like each other,,, if you dont believe it, follow the millions of stewart copeland and dave weckl wannabees and copycats worlwide!!!!!!
 
Seeing as how there are not too many cymbal manufacturers, you must have to make your own cymbals to get your "own" sound.
 
alonso said:
a true musician has to find his own voice....
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I agree. That's why in an earlier post I suggested timandjes go to a music store and pick what he likes. Zildjians may not be the cymbal for you - that's cool. No argument from me. But to recommend that someone else dismiss an entire line of great cymbals just because some other, great sounding drummers use them is just silly.
 
Plus, no matter what kind of cymbals you buy, most of us ain't never gonna play like Vinnie or Stewart.
 
hey guys because i can´t really explain what i meant without writing a book:

-i take back my comment
-there are more than 10 quality cymbal manufaturers with over 400 splash models to choose from
-what may sound good to me may not sound good to you
-i suggest you take an entire day off, visit a musical superstore and try all of the models available with and without a drumset and after that, make a decision about the ones that sound best to you and narrow down your choices until you find your nice crisp splash
 
hey guys because i can´t really explain what i meant without writing a book:

-i take back my comment
-there are more than 10 quality cymbal manufaturers with over 400 splash models to choose from
-what may sound good to me may not sound good to you
-i suggest you take an entire day off, visit a musical superstore and try all of the models available with and without a drumset and after that, make a decision about the ones that sound best to you and narrow down your choices until you find your nice crisp splash
 
alonso said:
hey guys because i can´t really explain what i meant without writing a book:

-i take back my comment
-there are more than 10 quality cymbal manufaturers with over 400 splash models to choose from
-what may sound good to me may not sound good to you
-i suggest you take an entire day off, visit a musical superstore and try all of the models available with and without a drumset and after that, make a decision about the ones that sound best to you and narrow down your choices until you find your nice crisp splash
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Now that's some good advice.
 
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