SABIAN 14" HHX Complex Medium Hat Top
Description
SABIAN 14" HHX Complex Medium Hat Top
The 14" HHX Complex Medium Hat Top delivers a solid, responsive foot with a dark cut when closed and a sizzling, fat tone throughout its range. Paired with a heavy bottom cymbal, this top produces one of the richest and fattest hi-hat combinations SABIAN has engineered. The cymbal responds consistently across closed, partially open, and fully open positions, making it equally at home in jazz, funk, rock, and contemporary styles on stage or in the studio.
Design & Construction
Built from B20 Bronze, the HHX Complex Medium Top combines proprietary HH and HHX hammering techniques with a distinctive raw bell design. This hybrid hammering approach draws tonal complexity and depth from both series, resulting in controlled lows and rich harmonic character across the playing surface—built to hold up through hours of live work.
Sonic Character
The Medium weight top paired with a Heavy bottom creates a well-defined foot and a dark, controlled cut when the hats are closed. Open playing yields a sizzling, fat tone with substantial presence, while the over-hammered construction ensures tonal consistency and versatility across musical genres without sacrificing definition. Reliable articulation whether you're tracking in the studio or running a tight set on the road.
Key Features
- Size: 14"
- Material: B20 Bronze
- Weight (top): 1043 grams
- Series: HHX Complex
- Construction: Combination of HH and HHX hammering
- Bell: Hand-hammered raw finish
- Pairing: Medium top with heavy bottom
- Dark, exquisitely controlled tonal profile
- Solid foot with responsive foot dynamics
- Versatile across multiple musical styles
The HHX Complex 14" Medium Hat Top represents SABIAN's refinement of dark cymbal design, delivering the foot control and tonal richness that gigging drummers depend on night after night.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Cymbal Size | 14" |
| Cymbal Type | Hi-Hats |
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At a Glance
The SABIAN 14" HHX Complex Medium Hat Top is a dark, responsive hi-hat cymbal built from B20 bronze with hybrid hammering that delivers a controlled cut when closed and a sizzling, fat tone when open. Built for intermediate to professional drummers working in jazz, funk, rock, and contemporary styles, it pairs best with a heavy bottom to create one of SABIAN's richest hi-hat combinations. Choose this top for its solid foot control, consistent response across all playing positions, and tonal definition that cuts through a live mix without sacrificing complexity.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Contemporary
Not the best pick for
- – Marching Band
- – Classical Orchestral
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What weight bottom cymbal should I pair this with?
SABIAN specifically designed this Medium top to pair with a Heavy bottom cymbal to achieve one of its richest and fattest hi-hat combinations, with a solid foot and well-defined closed cut.
What genres is this cymbal best suited for?
The HHX Complex Medium Top excels in jazz, funk, rock, and contemporary styles, and responds consistently whether you play closed, partially open, or fully open positions.
How does the construction affect the sound?
The cymbal combines HH and HHX hammering techniques with a raw bell design, which draws tonal complexity and depth from both series while keeping lows controlled and harmonic character rich. This hybrid approach ensures consistency and versatility across different playing techniques.
What skill level do I need to play this cymbal?
The HHX Complex Medium Top is engineered for intermediate, advanced, and professional drummers who want refined control and tonal definition in their playing.