SABIAN 15" HHX Complex Medium Hats

SABIAN 15" HHX Complex Medium Hats

The 15" HHX Complex Medium Hats plant a solid foot on the hi-hat stand with immediate response and exceptional versatility across musical styles. The pairing of a medium-weight top over a heavy bottom produces a dark, controlled "chick" underfoot and a sizzling, fat tone that remains articulate whether played closed or open. These cymbals respond cleanly to everything from lighter touch work to aggressive playing, making them reliable through any gig or session.

Design & Build

Constructed from B20 bronze with over-hammered pairing and a raw bell design, these hats combine HH and HHX hammering techniques to extract complexity and depth from the metal. The Medium-weight top paired with a Heavy bottom creates a distinctly dark character while maintaining the control needed for tight, articulate playing in a live or studio setting.

Tone & Performance

The raw bell design and layered hammering produce a solid "chick" underfoot, clean sticking for accents, and a dynamic wash when opened. This tonal palette stays consistent and sizzling across the full range of playing dynamics, delivering one of SABIAN's richest and fattest hat offerings without sacrificing definition or cut—essential for cutting through a live mix or holding pocket in the room.

Key Features

• Size: 15"
• Series: HHX Complex
• Material: B20 Bronze
• Top/Bottom Configuration: Medium-weight top, Heavy-weight bottom
• Finish: Natural
• Construction: Over-hammered pairing with raw bell design
• Hammering Technique: Combination of HH and HHX hammering
• Stick Responsiveness: Responsive to stick sizes from 7A to 1A
• Acoustic Characteristics: Solid foot, dark cut when closed, sizzling fat tone
• Format: Pair (2 cymbals)

The HHX Complex Medium Hats excel across jazz, fusion, rock, and contemporary styles, offering drummers a dark, complex voice with the consistency and articulation to anchor any gig.