14" HHX ANTHOLOGY HIGH BELL BOTTOM
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- SKU
- 114XAHN/2
Description
14" HHX Anthology High Bell Bottom Hi-Hat Cymbals
The HHX Anthology High Bell Bottom delivers a responsive, articulate hi-hat with a pronounced bell that cuts through any mix. This pair sits comfortably under the foot with reliable stick response, offering that signature Sabian clarity without excessive wash. Built for recording sessions and live performance where definition and projection from your top cymbal are non-negotiable in both tight and open playing situations.
Tone & Character
The large, pronounced bell generates bright, cutting tones with excellent note definition—essential for capturing clarity and presence across jazz, fusion, and contemporary styles in the studio. The B20 bronze construction delivers warm undertones beneath the cutting edge, ensuring these cymbals translate well through tracking and sit decisively in the mix without muddying surrounding instruments.
Construction & Craftsmanship
Each cymbal features fully lathed exterior surfaces paired with unlathed interiors, balancing brightness with tonal complexity for accurate mic placement and controlled room reflections. Individual weight specifications are marked inside the bell, allowing you to match pairs precisely and achieve consistent performance characteristics across multiple takes and sessions.
Key Features
- 14" diameter hi-hat pair
- B20 bronze material
- Large pronounced bell
- Top and bottom cymbals fully lathed on the outside
- Top and bottom cymbals unlathed on the inside
- Individual weight in grams marked on the inside of the bell
- Model 114XAHN/2
- 2-year manufacturer warranty
- Sabian HHX Anthology series
- High bell bottom configuration
This pair combines the projection and articulation essential for tracking and overdubs with the tonal depth that makes the HHX series a trusted choice for studio professionals and engineers.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Cymbal Size | 14" |
| Cymbal Type | Effects |
| Country of Manufacture | Canada |
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At a Glance
The 14" HHX Anthology High Bell Bottom brings focused, articulate hi-hat definition to recording sessions and studio tracking, with a large bell that projects and cuts cleanly in the mix. The B20 bronze construction balances bright, cutting attack with warm tonal undertones, making these cymbals versatile across jazz, fusion, and contemporary production styles. For engineers and producers tracking acoustic drum kits, this pair offers the stick clarity and note definition needed to capture tight, professional hi-hat parts without muddiness.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Fusion
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level do these hi-hats require?
The HHX Anthology High Bell Bottom suits intermediate, advanced, and professional drummers. Their responsive stick response and reliable foot control make them accessible to intermediate players while delivering the articulation and projection professionals demand in recording and live settings.
What styles are these cymbals best suited for?
These hi-hats excel in jazz, fusion, studio sessions, and live performance. Their bright, articulate tone with warm undertones works best in styles requiring clarity and definition; they are not recommended for metal or hard rock genres.
How do the lathed and unlathed surfaces affect the sound?
The fully lathed exterior surfaces enhance brightness and cutting power, while the unlathed interiors add tonal complexity and warmth. This combination delivers the pronounced bell definition and articulation needed to cut through a mix without excessive wash.
What is the weight marking inside the bell?
Individual weight specifications in grams are marked inside each cymbal's bell, allowing you to match the pair consistently and understand the performance characteristics of each cymbal before committing to the purchase.
What warranty is included?
The HHX Anthology High Bell Bottom pair includes a 2-year manufacturer warranty from Sabian.
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