Difference between revisions of "Sabian XS20 12" Splash"
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'''Review:''' (NOTE: This is for the wide blade lathing version) "The sounds produced by the 10" and 12" splashes belied their size and thinness. They sounded robust, full-bodied, and a bit clangy, with quite a bit of sustain. (Surprisingly, this was more prevalent on the 10" model than on the 12"—probably because the 12" had a little more surface area with which to let the sound “spread.”) These characteristics would make the Xs20 splashes effective in medium-to high-volume pop/rock settings, where the splash sound would need to be heard amidst a lot of sonic competition. But the cymbals lacked the airy delicacy that would make them useful in softer situations." | '''Review:''' (NOTE: This is for the wide blade lathing version) "The sounds produced by the 10" and 12" splashes belied their size and thinness. They sounded robust, full-bodied, and a bit clangy, with quite a bit of sustain. (Surprisingly, this was more prevalent on the 10" model than on the 12"—probably because the 12" had a little more surface area with which to let the sound “spread.”) These characteristics would make the Xs20 splashes effective in medium-to high-volume pop/rock settings, where the splash sound would need to be heard amidst a lot of sonic competition. But the cymbals lacked the airy delicacy that would make them useful in softer situations." | ||
| − | Review written by Rick Van Horn ("Sabian “New Look” Xs20 Cymbals", Modern Drummer, March 2008, p.37)<br> | + | :Review written by Rick Van Horn ("Sabian “New Look” Xs20 Cymbals", Modern Drummer, March 2008, p.37)<br> |
'''Review:''' "Smaller cymbals in a price-conscious series, more so than larger ones, often run the risk of exposing the reality of cost-effective manufacturing methods. This is true in the case of the Xs20 splashes. Splashes are all about the subtle character in the overtones, the flash of the thinned-out "caaa" sound, and the ability to add a dynamic alternative to crashes. Both Xs20 models voiced their better qualities when struck hard. The 12" ($138) sounded more like a trashy fast crash, with a quick attack and decay. The series as a whole had a thick, glossy tactile feel, and the 10" ($134) didn't seem to have enough give, resulting in a stiffer, less splashy sound." | '''Review:''' "Smaller cymbals in a price-conscious series, more so than larger ones, often run the risk of exposing the reality of cost-effective manufacturing methods. This is true in the case of the Xs20 splashes. Splashes are all about the subtle character in the overtones, the flash of the thinned-out "caaa" sound, and the ability to add a dynamic alternative to crashes. Both Xs20 models voiced their better qualities when struck hard. The 12" ($138) sounded more like a trashy fast crash, with a quick attack and decay. The series as a whole had a thick, glossy tactile feel, and the 10" ($134) didn't seem to have enough give, resulting in a stiffer, less splashy sound." | ||
| − | Review written by Michael Dawson ("Sabian Xs20 Brilliant Series Cymbals", Modern Drummer, May 2010, p.24)<br> | + | :Review written by Michael Dawson ("Sabian Xs20 Brilliant Series Cymbals", Modern Drummer, May 2010, p.24)<br> |
'''Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | '''Artist/song where it can be heard:''' | ||
Revision as of 07:30, 18 December 2025
Group: Splashes
Type: Splash
Size: 12 Inch
Series: XS20
Weight: ?g
Years of production: ? - 2016
Sound file: XS20 12" Splash
XS20 12" Splash
Sabian's Description: <<< - >>>
Review: (NOTE: This is for the wide blade lathing version) "The sounds produced by the 10" and 12" splashes belied their size and thinness. They sounded robust, full-bodied, and a bit clangy, with quite a bit of sustain. (Surprisingly, this was more prevalent on the 10" model than on the 12"—probably because the 12" had a little more surface area with which to let the sound “spread.”) These characteristics would make the Xs20 splashes effective in medium-to high-volume pop/rock settings, where the splash sound would need to be heard amidst a lot of sonic competition. But the cymbals lacked the airy delicacy that would make them useful in softer situations."
- Review written by Rick Van Horn ("Sabian “New Look” Xs20 Cymbals", Modern Drummer, March 2008, p.37)
Review: "Smaller cymbals in a price-conscious series, more so than larger ones, often run the risk of exposing the reality of cost-effective manufacturing methods. This is true in the case of the Xs20 splashes. Splashes are all about the subtle character in the overtones, the flash of the thinned-out "caaa" sound, and the ability to add a dynamic alternative to crashes. Both Xs20 models voiced their better qualities when struck hard. The 12" ($138) sounded more like a trashy fast crash, with a quick attack and decay. The series as a whole had a thick, glossy tactile feel, and the 10" ($134) didn't seem to have enough give, resulting in a stiffer, less splashy sound."
- Review written by Michael Dawson ("Sabian Xs20 Brilliant Series Cymbals", Modern Drummer, May 2010, p.24)
Artist/song where it can be heard:
