SABIAN 14" B8X Hat Top

SABIAN 14" B8X Hat Top

The SABIAN 14" B8X Hat Top delivers crisp, lively response under both stick and pedal with a bright, articulate character that cuts through any mix. This single top cymbal provides the cutting edge needed for tight hi-hat definition, making it an essential component for drummers seeking pure bronze tonality at an accessible price point.

Tone & Response

Built from B8 bronze alloy—a higher-copper formulation—this cymbal produces bright, tight sounds with penetrating clarity. The precision-formed, hammered, and lathed construction delivers tonally pure response that remains responsive and controlled whether struck with sticks or activated via pedal.

Construction & Design

Precision forming combined with additional hammering and lathing creates a cymbal engineered for consistency and reliability. The 14-inch diameter and medium weight balance cutting articulation with projection, establishing this hat top as a workhorse component ideal for drummers stepping into bronze cymbals for the first time.

Key Features

• 14-inch diameter
• Medium weight hat top
• B8 bronze alloy construction
• Precision formed, hammered, and lathed
• Bright, tight sound character
• Crisp stick response
• Lively pedal response
• Sabian Two-Year Warranty

The B8X Hat Top combines the tonal qualities of pure bronze with straightforward, no-compromise engineering—a genuine entry point into bronze hi-hats that performs with authority.