What makes this a bottom cymbal rather than a top cymbal?

This cymbal is positioned as the bottom of a hi-hat pair and engineered with medium-heavy weight to provide the mass needed for clean articulation and controlled sustain. The Air Wave design and larger, rounder peen eliminate air lock and allow natural response during both open and closed playing.

What material is this cymbal made from?

It is made from B20 Bronze, a copper, tin, and silver alloy, and undergoes a dual-lathing process that refines tonal characteristics and ensures visual consistency.

Will this cymbal cut through a live mix?

Yes. The balanced frequency response and hammering pattern are specifically designed to cut through a mix while maintaining definition at lower volumes, making it equally at home in tight studio sessions or live settings.

What is the Air Wave bottom design?

The Air Wave bottom design eliminates air lock, allowing the cymbal to respond naturally during both open and closed hi-hat playing without the muddiness that can occur when air becomes trapped.

What skill level is this cymbal for?

This cymbal is suitable for intermediate, advanced, and professional drummers who need reliable, consistent performance across diverse playing styles.

SABIAN 14" AAX Medium Hat Bottom

The SABIAN 14" AAX Medium Hat Bottom sits solid under your foot with its medium-heavy weight, pairing perfectly with the matching top cymbal to deliver tight, punchy closes with excellent stick definition. Built for drummers who need articulate hi-hat articulation across any style of playing—from controlled jazz comping to cutting through a loud rock mix—this bottom cymbal emphasizes clarity and definition every time you close it.

Design & Construction

Forged from B20 Bronze—a copper, tin, and silver alloy—this cymbal undergoes a dual-lathing process that refines its tonal characteristics and visual consistency. The medium-heavy weight is engineered to anchor the bottom of your hi-hat stack, providing the mass needed for clean articulation and controlled sustain without muddiness when you're digging in.

Acoustical Properties

The Air Wave bottom design eliminates air lock, allowing the hats to breathe and respond naturally—whether you're playing tight, crisp closes or letting them open up. The larger, rounder peen with its visible hammering pattern contributes to a balanced frequency response that cuts through a mix while maintaining musicality at lower volumes.

Key Features

14" cymbal size—standard for hi-hat applications
Medium-heavy weight specification
B20 Bronze alloy composition
Air Wave bottom design to eliminate air lock
Dual-lathing process for tonal refinement
Larger, rounder peen with visible hammering pattern
Designed as the bottom cymbal in a hi-hat pair
Engineered for articulate stick definition and tight closes

This AAX Medium Hat Bottom is built for drummers who demand consistency and clarity from their hi-hat setup—a reliable foundation that handles every gig and rehearsal.

Condition	New
Cymbal Size	14"
Cymbal Type	Hi-Hats
Country of Manufacture	Canada