The MEINL HCS Dark 10" Splash Cymbal adds a quick, punchy accent without the lingering wash of a larger crash. Made in Germany from specially treated MS63 brass, it combines short sustain with a focused response and a distinctive dark finish. A useful addition for drummers who want to pick out details in grooves and fills rather than overwhelm them.
Short accents that leave room for your groove
Use this 10-inch splash to punctuate a snare pattern, finish a tom fill or add a contrasting cymbal voice between hi-hat and crash parts. Its mid-dark timbre and low-mid pitch suit players looking for a more controlled alternative to brighter cymbal sounds. Designed with rock and pop in mind, it offers a straightforward way to expand your kit's accent options.
- 10-inch splash size for compact, punchy accents.
- Short sustain helps individual hits stay defined.
- Specially treated MS63 brass delivers the HCS Dark series' focused response.
- Medium-to-low volume for accents that do not dominate the kit.
- Dark finish adds a distinctive visual contrast to your cymbal setup.
- German-made construction with MEINL Pressure Point Technology shaping.
Specifications
- Brand and series: MEINL HCS Dark
- Model: HCS10DAS
- Type and diameter: splash cymbal, 10 inches
- Material: MS63 brass alloy
- Character: defined and harmonious
- Timbre and pitch: mid-dark, low-mid
- Sustain: short
- Volume: medium to low
- Weight category: medium
- Shaping: Pressure Point Technology
- Lathing: wide blade
- Finish: dark
- Country of manufacture: Germany
Explore MEINL cymbals at Into Music
Compare the range in our MEINL HCS Dark cymbals collection or explore all MEINL cymbals to find complementary sounds for your kit. Order online from Into Music for UK-wide delivery, with UK next day delivery available. For help choosing, call 01507 526517 or visit our Horncastle showroom.
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