Sabian 17" AA Holy China Brilliant Finish

Sabian 17" AA Holy China Brilliant Finish

Developed with Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith, the 17" AA Holy China delivers explosive volume and cut with an uncompromising attack. This is a cymbal engineered for maximum projection and aggression—a true monster of loudness that cuts through any mix with relentless presence. The high-profile design, raw bell, and distinctive hole pattern combine to create a trashy, short-sustain character that thrives in hard-hitting rock, funk, and aggressive jazz contexts.

Design & Construction

The AA Holy China's high-profile design pairs with a large raw bell and wide lip to generate its signature explosive response. The 16 rows of volume and trash-enhancing holes are engineered into the cymbal body, creating the distinctive voice that defines this model and setting it apart from traditional china cymbals.

Tone & Character

Bright and cutting with aggressive edge definition, this cymbal produces a short sustain ideal for controlled, articulate playing. The combination of design elements creates a uniquely trashy, explosive sound that projects with authority—making it one of the loudest cymbals in the SABIAN AA lineup.

Key Features

• 17" diameter size
• AA series — classic bright bronze sound
• Brilliant finish for maximum light reflection and visual presence
• 16 rows of volume and trash-enhancing holes
• High-profile cymbal design
• Large raw bell for explosive projection
• Wide lip construction
• Designed by and for professional touring drummer Chad Smith
• Bronze alloy construction
• Protected by SABIAN Two-Year Warranty

The Sabian 17" AA Holy China Brilliant Finish is purpose-built for drummers who demand maximum volume, cut, and unfiltered aggression from a single cymbal voice.