SABIAN 13" Paragon Hat Bottom Brilliant Finish

SABIAN 13" Paragon Hat Bottom Brilliant Finish

The SABIAN 13" Paragon bottom cymbal delivers fast, crisp responses with clean, bright sticking that cuts through at any dynamic level. Handcrafted from pure B20 bronze and finished in brilliant lacquer, these medium-weight hats were designed in collaboration with legendary RUSH drummer Neil Peart to balance power with musical sensitivity. The combination of AA-style hammering and hybrid sound-design features creates a cymbal that responds instantly to technique while maintaining definition across genres.

Tone & Response Character

The brilliant finish tames high overtones while adding mirror-like sheen, contributing to a clean, well-defined sound signature. Fast, crisp response paired with medium-weight construction (bottom: 1138g) makes these hats ideal for players seeking articulate separation and dynamic range without sacrificing projection.

Construction & Materials

Built with pure SABIAN B20 bronze using AA-style hammering and an innovative blend of features from the AA, AAX, and HH series, the Paragon represents a convergence of proven design principles. This hybrid approach ensures both durability and responsiveness across a wide range of playing styles and applications.

Key Features

• 13-inch diameter
• Medium-weight pairing (bottom cymbal: 1138g)
• Pure SABIAN B20 bronze construction
• Brilliant finish with mirror-like sheen
• AA-style hammering with AA, AAX, and HH series features
• Fast, crisp response character
• Clean, bright, well-defined sticking
• Designed by Neil Peart of RUSH
• Dynamically responsive across playing dynamics
• Two-year SABIAN warranty against manufacturing defects

The Paragon bottom cymbal stands as a purposeful instrument for drummers who demand articulation, durability, and musical versatility in a single platform.