SABIAN 14" AA Medium Hat Top
Description
SABIAN 14" AA Medium Hat Top
The SABIAN 14" AA Medium Hat Top delivers a bright, articulate response with crisp stick definition and a solid wash when fully opened. Built in B20 bronze with a vintage-bright profile, this top cymbal sits perfectly in your hi-hat setup for rock, funk, jazz, and blues work. The Medium weight hits that sweet spot—responsive enough for tight pedal control, yet projecting clearly through a full drum kit on stage.
Playing Feel & Sound
Your stick lands with punch: crisp, full-bodied articulation that cuts through without fighting your kick drum. The pedal "chick" snaps tight for rhythmic definition in grooves, while the open wash stays articulate and controlled rather than washy. You get tonal clarity across the frequency spectrum without muddiness, letting you shape your hi-hat sound from delicate whispers to aggressive definitions depending on the moment.
Build & Reliability
Cast from B20 bronze, this cymbal carries the tonal integrity that has made SABIAN's AA series a workhorse choice for decades. The Medium Top weight balances quick response with enough mass to project clearly in live and studio settings. It's a cymbal that responds to your playing dynamics—light and controlled when you need finesse, powerful and articulate when you drive it hard.
Key Features
- Size: 14 inches
- Material: B20 bronze
- Weight: Medium Top
- Sound Profile: Bright
- Style: Vintage Bright
- Model/Catalog ID: 21402
- Crisp, full-bodied stick articulation
- Bright pedal "chick" for rhythmic definition
- Controlled wash response when open
- Classic AA series character across multiple genres
- SABIAN Two-Year Warranty protection
- Responsive dynamic range from tight to open playing
This 14" AA Medium Hat Top brings the proven bright character and gig reliability that keeps drummers coming back, backed by SABIAN's two-year warranty.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Cymbal Size | 14" |
| Cymbal Type | Hi-Hats |
| Country of Manufacture | Canada |
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At a Glance
The SABIAN 14" AA Medium Hat Top is a bright, articulate hi-hat cymbal cast in B20 bronze with crisp stick definition and a snappy pedal chick, ideal for rock, funk, jazz, and blues players who need fast response and controlled wash without muddiness. Its responsive Medium Top weight gives you expressive dynamic control from tight grooves to open playing, making it reliable for gigging and session work. Choose it for that classic, energetic AA series character that cuts through a mix without fatigue.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Blues
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Extreme genres requiring dark, washy cymbals
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is this hi-hat best suited for?
This cymbal is optimized for rock, funk, jazz, and blues, where crisp stick definition and controlled wash are essential. It's not recommended for metal or extreme genres that require darker, more washy cymbal tones.
What makes the AA series sound different from other SABIAN lines?
The AA series delivers a bright, vintage-bright character with explosive energy and full-bodied articulation. Cast in B20 bronze, it maintains classic tonal integrity while offering modern playability and responsive dynamics.
How does the Medium Top weight affect playability?
The Medium Top weight balances responsiveness with projection, allowing you to play delicate, controlled grooves with tight pedal work or open the cymbals for expressive, powerful articulation depending on your dynamics.
What warranty protection is included?
This cymbal is backed by SABIAN's Two-Year Warranty protection.
Is this a top cymbal only, or a complete hi-hat pair?
This is the top cymbal of a hi-hat pair; you will need a bottom cymbal to complete a matched set.