SABIAN 14" HHX Medium Hat Bottom

SABIAN 14" HHX Medium Hat Bottom

The 14" HHX Medium Hat Bottom delivers exceptional foot control and fast response, making it noticeably easier to articulate than standard medium-weight hi-hats. Built on SABIAN's refined two-stage hammering technique, this cymbal cuts through a mix with warmth and crispness while maintaining musical nuance across jazz, fusion, and contemporary rock applications.

Construction & Tonal Character

B20 bronze is shaped through sparse initial hammering, lathing, and then denser HHX hammering—a process that yields a richer, darker tone than comparable Medium bottoms. The slightly enlarged bell design generates surprising volume and power from a thinner profile, delivering solid projection without sacrificing the control underfoot that defines this cymbal's appeal.

Playing Feel & Versatility

The lighter weight and fast response make stick definition crisp and precise, with excellent foot pressure sensitivity that doesn't demand excessive force. This balance of speed and control translates seamlessly across musical styles, making the HHX Medium Hat Bottom a genuinely versatile component in any hi-hat setup.

Key Features

• B20 bronze construction
• 14-inch diameter hi-hat bottom cymbal
• Pairs with HHX Medium top
• Sparse hammering, lathing, and dense HHX hammering process
• Richer, darker tone than standard Medium hats
• Slightly larger bell for enhanced volume and power
• Thinner profile with lighter weight than most Medium bottoms
• Fast, responsive stick articulation
• Warm, crisp tonal character
• Exceptional cross-genre versatility
• Solid foot pressure control without excessive force

The HHX Medium Hat Bottom combines SABIAN's hammering expertise with a design philosophy that prioritizes speed, control, and musical depth—a serious choice for drummers demanding both responsiveness and tonal sophistication.