SABIAN 14" Paragon Hat Bottom
Description
SABIAN 14" Paragon Hat Bottom
The Paragon Hat Bottom delivers a crisp, articulate response with solid stick definition and a responsive feel at the foot pedal. Built from premium B20 bronze and shaped with AA-style hammering, this medium-weight cymbal produces the bright, cutting character that gigging drummers rely on from a professional hi-hat setup. This bottom cymbal pairs seamlessly with its corresponding top to create a complete, balanced hi-hat pair.
Sonic Character & Construction
The wide blade AA lathing combined with hand-crafted B20 bronze construction yields a bright, focused tone with excellent projection on stage. The medium-weight classification and precisely engineered bottom cymbal design ensure clean separation and controlled sustain whether played closed or partially open, giving you reliable articulation night after night.
Design & Specification
Manufactured continuously since 2004, this cymbal represents a proven workhorse design backed by years of player feedback and refinement. The 1465g median weight for the bottom cymbal provides the mass and response needed for consistent performance across varied playing dynamics and stick weights, making it dependable for any gig.
Key Features
- Material: B20 bronze, handcrafted
- Weight classification: Medium-weight
- Bottom cymbal weight (median): 1465g
- Hammering style: AA-style hammering
- Lathing: Wide blade AA lathing
- Diameter: 14 inches
- Production years: 2004 – Present
- Position: Bottom cymbal (sold individually)
The Paragon Hat Bottom combines SABIAN's proven B20 metallurgy with responsive medium-weight engineering to deliver a hi-hat bottom that cuts through a mix while maintaining clean articulation—the kind of reliable tone that works night after night on the road.
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" Paragon Hat Bottom is a premium B20 bronze cymbal engineered specifically as the bottom piece of a professional hi-hat setup, delivering a bright, cutting tone with solid stick definition and controlled sustain. Built for gigging drummers and touring musicians who need reliable, articulate response across varied playing dynamics and venue acoustics. Choose it for its proven 20-year design lineage, medium-weight balance that cuts through live mixes, and seamless pairing with its top cymbal for a cohesive, responsive hi-hat pair.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Practice
- – Home Recording
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a complete hi-hat cymbal or do I need to buy more?
This is the bottom cymbal only and is sold individually. You will need a corresponding top cymbal to complete a functioning hi-hat pair.
What weight and skill level is this bottom cymbal suited for?
The Paragon Hat Bottom is medium-weight at 1465g and is engineered for intermediate, advanced, and professional drummers performing in live and studio settings. It is not recommended for practice or casual home recording use.
How does the AA-style hammering affect the sound?
The wide blade AA lathing and AA-style hand hammering in premium B20 bronze produce a bright, focused tone with excellent projection and solid stick definition, designed to cut through a live or recorded mix while maintaining clean articulation.
How long has this cymbal design been in production?
The Paragon Hat Bottom has been manufactured continuously since 2004, representing a proven, established design refined over 20 years of player feedback and professional use.
How does it respond when played open or closed?
The medium-weight engineering and precisely shaped bottom cymbal design ensure clean separation and controlled sustain whether the hi-hat is played fully closed, partially open, or anywhere in between.
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