SABIAN 13" HHX Evolution Top Brilliant Finish
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- Full Sabian manufacturer's warranty
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Description
SABIAN 13" HHX Evolution Hi-Hats, Brilliant Finish
The SABIAN 13" HHX Evolution Hi-Hats deliver touch-sensitive response with glassy, shimmering clarity that cuts through even the busiest sticking patterns. These cymbals project a dark, simmering Modern tone with an agitated bite—a sonic character that sits distinctly apart from conventional hi-hat designs. The medium-weight top paired with a heavy bottom cymbal creates a balanced feel that responds to dynamics across the full range of playing intensities, making them reliable workhorses for touring and session work.
Tone & Projection
Built on SABIAN's innovative HHX Tone Projection design, this pair stirs up simmering heat and musical dirt that projects at all volumes. Live on stage or in the studio, the combination of the B20 Bronze alloy and hand-hammered construction yields a Modern Dark tone with the clarity and presence needed to sit prominently in any ensemble context without fighting the mix.
Construction & Materials
Hand-hammered from B20 Bronze (80% copper, 20% tin), these cymbals feature a brilliant glossy finish that enhances their visual appeal while maintaining acoustic integrity. The medium-weight top (794g) paired with the heavy-weight bottom (1159g) creates the ideal mass distribution for responsive yet controlled hi-hat interaction that stands up to road use and repeated gigging.
Key Features
- 13" diameter hi-hat pair
- B20 Bronze alloy (80% copper, 20% tin)
- Hand-hammered construction
- Brilliant (glossy) finish
- Medium-weight top cymbal: 794 grams
- Heavy-weight bottom cymbal: 1159 grams
- HHX Tone Projection design for enhanced clarity and presence
- Glassy, shimmering response with dark, simmering undertone
- Touch-sensitive at all dynamic levels
- SABIAN Two-Year Warranty included
The HHX Evolution pair delivers the modern dark character and tonal projection that distinguish SABIAN's flagship hi-hat series, backed by SABIAN's Two-Year Warranty and built to handle the demands of active players and touring musicians.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Cymbal Size | 13" |
| Cymbal Type | Hi-Hats |
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At a Glance
The SABIAN 13" HHX Evolution Hi-Hats are hand-hammered B20 Bronze cymbals with a dark, simmering tone and glassy shimmering clarity that cuts through high-energy playing. Built for rock, metal, and hard rock drummers who need responsive, touch-sensitive cymbals that project in live settings and studio sessions without sacrificing control. The medium-heavy weight pairing and HHX Tone Projection design deliver modern dark character and presence that stands apart from conventional hi-hat designs.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles are these cymbals best suited for?
The HHX Evolution pair excels in rock, metal, hard rock, and live performance contexts. They're engineered for intermediate to professional drummers and are not recommended for jazz or folk applications, where their dark, agitated character and modern tone would be less appropriate.
How do the weight and construction affect playability and tone?
The medium-weight top cymbal (794g) paired with a heavy-weight bottom (1159g) creates balanced feel and responsive dynamics across all playing intensities. Hand-hammered B20 Bronze (80% copper, 20% tin) with HHX Tone Projection design delivers glassy, shimmering clarity with a dark, simmering undertone and agitated bite.
Will these cymbals cut through in a live band or studio ensemble?
Yes. The HHX Tone Projection design and brilliant finish enhance clarity and presence at all volumes, ensuring these cymbals project and be heard in busy sticking patterns and dense mixes without losing their modern dark character.
How touch-sensitive are these hi-hats across different playing dynamics?
The HHX Evolution pair is touch-sensitive at all dynamic levels, responding to both light and aggressive playing while maintaining controlled interaction between the top and bottom cymbals thanks to the optimized weight distribution.
What warranty and finish details come with this pair?
The cymbals feature a brilliant (glossy) finish that enhances visual appeal while maintaining acoustic integrity, and are backed by SABIAN's Two-Year Warranty.
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