SABIAN 15" HHX Groove Hat Top

SABIAN 15" HHX Groove Hat Top

The HHX Groove Hat Top delivers a simmering blend of retro tone and crisp definition that cuts through in a mix while maintaining musical depth. This top cymbal pairs dark, controlled sustain with an agitated bite, making it ideal for players who demand both projection and textural complexity in their grooves. The HHX Tone Projection design generates the simmering heat and musical character that distinguishes this series from conventional hi-hat cymbals.

Construction & Materials

Crafted from B20 bronze—a time-tested alloy of bronze, tin, and silver—this cymbal offers the tonal complexity and responsiveness that working drummers expect. The medium top weight profile (1146 grams) balances articulation with sustain, delivering control without sacrificing projection in band settings.

Tone & Character

The HHX Groove series channels a dark, simmering sound with pronounced bite and musical dirt rather than sterile clarity. This hat top projects definition and presence in a mix while maintaining the warm, complex overtones that make grooves feel intentional and played-in rather than bright and generic.

Key Features

• 15" diameter size
• Hat top cymbal only (not a pair)
• B20 bronze construction
• Medium top weight profile
• Top cymbal weight: 1146 grams
• HHX Tone Projection design
• Dark, simmering tone with agitated bite
• Available in brilliant (polished) or traditional finish
• SABIAN Two-Year Warranty

The 15" HHX Groove Hat Top delivers the dark projection and musical complexity that active players require, whether in studio sessions or high-energy live settings.