15" HHX COMPLEX MEDIUM BIG CUP HAT TOP

Sabian 15" HHX Complex Medium Big Cup Hat Top

This 15" HHX Complex hat top captures the full body and projection of a larger cymbal while maintaining the responsive, articulate character of a 14"—a result of its oversized cup design combined with medium weight construction. The B20 bronze material and sophisticated hammering technique produce rich, complex tones with enhanced clarity and a natural, controlled response that translates cleanly through recording chains and sits decisively in dense mixes.

Design & Sonic Character

The HH and HHX hammering with extra-large raw bell delivers an exceptionally dark, warm sonic profile—a refinement drawn from SABIAN's decades of development across their Evolution, Legacy, and Artisan cymbal lines. The cup size is more than twice the normal size, which not only enhances cut and projection for studio capture but also yields articulate transients that cut through overdubs without requiring aggressive EQ work in the mix.

Recording & Session Performance

This top cymbal excels at producing enhanced highs with complex, articulate lows—essential for sessions demanding sophistication without harshness on playback. Paired with the corresponding heavy bottom cymbal, the Medium top / Heavy bottom weight configuration delivers responsive articulation under the foot with controlled wash and definition when struck, making it versatile across genres and recording techniques from tight, close-mic'ed sessions to ambient, room-mic applications.

Key Features

• Size: 15-inch
• Type: Hi-Hat top cymbal
• Manufacturer: Sabian
• Model: 11502XBCN
• Material: B20 bronze
• Weight Configuration: Medium top / Heavy bottom
• Construction: HH and HHX hammering with extra-large raw bell
• Cup Size: More than twice the normal size
• Sonic Character: Enhanced highs with complex, dark lows
• Feel: Fullness of 15" with responsive feel of 14"
• Warranty: 2-year SABIAN warranty
• Note: Top cymbal only; bottom sold separately as complete hi-hat pair

This HHX Complex hat top brings professional-grade articulation and tonal depth to any studio setup, especially suited to producers and engineers prioritizing control, definition, and the sonic sophistication that only premium B20 construction delivers for demanding recording sessions.