---
product_id: 1098298
title: "Meinl Cymbals Splash Cymbal for Drums, 8\" HCS — MADE IN GERMANY"
brand: "meinl percussion"
price: "R1415"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Meinl Percussion"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1098298-meinl-cymbals-splash-cymbal-for-drums-8-hcs-made-in
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 8" bright splash size Durable MS63 brass alloy Made in Germany quality Meinl Cymbals Splash Cymbal for Drums, 8" HCS — MADE IN GERMANY

**Brand:** meinl percussion
**Price:** R1415
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🥁 Elevate your kit with sharp German precision — don’t just play, perform!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Meinl Cymbals Splash Cymbal for Drums, 8" HCS — MADE IN GERMANY by meinl percussion
- **How much does it cost?** R1415 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1098298-meinl-cymbals-splash-cymbal-for-drums-8-hcs-made-in)

## Best For

- meinl percussion enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted meinl percussion brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Expandable Setup:** Part of the HCS series, designed to grow with your skills—add hi-hats, crashes, rides, and effects.
- • **Cutting-Edge Accents:** 8" splash cymbal delivers sharp, bright, quick sound perfect for dynamic fills and grooves.
- • **Pro-Level Craftsmanship:** Built by the same team behind Meinl’s professional cymbals, ensuring reliable quality and sound.
- • **Versatile Sound Palette:** Bright, clean, and musical tone fits any beginner style, from rock to jazz and beyond.
- • **Durability Meets Performance:** MS63 brass alloy construction stands up to regular playing without compromising tone.

## Overview

The Meinl HCS 8" Splash Cymbal is a German-made, MS63 brass alloy cymbal designed for beginners seeking professional sound quality. It offers a bright, quick, and cutting accent perfect for fills and grooves, built with durable materials and expert craftsmanship trusted by pros worldwide. Ideal for expanding your drum setup with versatile, musical tones backed by a 2-year warranty.

## Description

These brass alloy models sound and look great, and let you get into playing MEINL at very realistic prices. The HCS series from MEINL is designed to offer all of the cymbal types and sizes normally found in professional lines to beginners in order to deliver the same sound options a working drummer may look for. The Meinl HCS 8" splash delivers an immediate cutting and bright response that works as a great accent to round out your drum kit. Meinl HCS cymbals are recommended for any style of music a beginner may be getting into while exploring their sound.

Review: For the price, really good. - I like this thing, and for the price, it’s pretty darn good.
Review: Cymbal mini - Great product. The drummer at our church loves the sound.

## Features

- UPGRADE FROM STOCK CYMBALS: replaces the flimsy cymbals most entry-level kits include—Meinl HCS sounds real and feels solid
- WHY IT MATTERS: better sound makes practice more fun—and durable brass stands up to regular playing
- 8" SPLASH: bright, quick sound that adds sharp accents where larger crash cymbals are too much—perfect for grooves and fills
- MADE IN GERMANY: German brass delivers a bright, clean sound without harsh ringing
- WHY CHOOSE HCS: built by the same team behind Meinl's professional cymbals, so you get reliable quality from the same craftsmanship trusted by professionals worldwide
- ZOOM IN: precision lathe grooves and hammer marks create a polished look and help shape a more musical sound
- ROOM TO EXPAND: from hihats, crashes, and rides to effects cymbals and stacks in multiple sizes, Meinl HCS lets you build a setup that grows with your skills and style
- BOTTOM LINE: German-made entry-level cymbals with musical sound, lasting durability, premium feel, and all-style versatility

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0013O7NVG |
| Best Sellers Rank | #5,864 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #1 in Splash Cymbals |
| Body Material | MS63 Brass Alloy |
| Brand | Meinl Percussion |
| Brand Name | Meinl Percussion |
| Color | MS63 Brass Alloy |
| Connector Type | screw |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 786 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00840553005943 |
| Included Components | not included |
| Item Dimensions | 8.27 x 8.27 x 0.39 inches |
| Item Highlight | Durable Brass Alloy, Bright & Musical Sound, Beginner Friendly — Made by the Same Team as Meinl's Pro Cymbals |
| Item Type Name | HCS 8" Splash Cymbal for Drum Set — MADE IN GERMANY — Traditional Medium Brass, 2-YEAR WARRANTY |
| Item Weight | 5.44 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 8.27 x 8.27 x 0.39 inches |
| Manufacturer | Meinl USA L.C. |
| Material | Brass |
| Model Name | Splash |
| Model Number | HCS8S |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | HCS8S |
| Sound Profile | bright, clean, cutting, quick response |
| UPC | 840553005943 |
| Warranty Description | 2 years. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Meinl Cymbals
- **Color:** MS63 Brass Alloy
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 8 x 1 x 8 inches
- **Material:** Brass
- **Model Name:** Splash

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For the price, really good.
*by T***L on August 18, 2026*

I like this thing, and for the price, it’s pretty darn good.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cymbal mini
*by A***E on November 4, 2025*

Great product. The drummer at our church loves the sound.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ sound is ok…
*by A***Y on March 18, 2025*

Not a fan of the sound, should have gotten a 12 or and 10 in.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-10-03*