General
Meinl's HCS8S splash sounds short and sharp, yet its overall timbre is remarkably warm. In short, it's exactly what you'd expect from a high-quality 8-inch splash. It's a fun accessory to add to your drum kit or percussion setup, giving you the possibility of playing accents that are more subtle than those on a ride or hi-hat, and more pronounced than those on a hi-hat. The HCS8S is best suited for pop and rock music, but certainly won't disappoint when you use it in other genres.
Besides, the splash is much more versatile than you might guess. If you place it on your snare drum and strike the drumhead right next to it, you'll produce an almost electronic type sound. Alternatively, you can place the splash on a crash or ride to add a sizzle effect to that cymbal, or use two of these splashes to create a miniature hi-hat. The possibilities are nigh endless.
