Detail 01
8 inch
Very small, so it speaks instantly and dies fast. Pure accent — under a second of decay.
Product detailSKU #1274115039191
Paiste2002 Splash Cymbal 8 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An 8" splash from Paiste's 2002 line. A fast, high-pitched accent cymbal for drummers who want short punctuation, not sustain.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Quick accents inside fills without washing over the beat
- Rock and pop where a crash would be too long
- Adding a high voice to an already-full cymbal setup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers needing a main crash — this is too small
- Anyone wanting sustain or a wash under a chorus
- A first cymbal purchase before hats, ride and crash
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
2002 line
Paiste's classic bronze series, a step up from the PST budget tiers in alloy and hand finishing.
Detail 03
Splash type
Thin and small by design. Struck on the edge for a short, bright pop rather than a building swell.
Detail 04
High pitch
Sits above your crashes in the mix, so it stays audible even when the rest of the kit is busy.
Detail 05
Thin profile
Responds to light sticking, but the thin edge is easier to crack if you hit it flat and hard.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No mount, arm or boom included — you need a spare cymbal arm
- 02Use a felt and sleeve; metal-on-metal contact cracks thin cymbals
- 03Strike the edge with the stick shoulder, never the tip flat on
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is an 8 inch splash too small?
Not for its purpose. 8 inch is the common splash size for fast accents. Go 10 or 12 inch if you want a bit more body and decay.
02Do I need a special stand for this?
No special stand, but you do need a free cymbal arm or a boom with a spare tilter. Splashes are usually added to an existing stand setup.
03Will this crack easily?
Thin cymbals are more vulnerable than heavy ones. Hit the edge with the stick shoulder, keep the wingnut loose, and use a felt on both sides.
04How is this different from the PST cymbals?
2002 is a higher tier in Paiste's range than the PST budget lines, with a bronze alloy and more hand finishing behind the sound.
