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SABIAN 14" HHX Click Hat Botttom vs SABIAN 14" HHX Thin Crash
The HHX Click Hat Bottom is a bottom cymbal designed exclusively for hi-hat pairs, while the HHX Thin Crash is a standalone crash cymbal. Choose the Click Hat Bottom if you need a dedicated bottom cymbal for tight, controlled hi-hat work; choose the Thin Crash if you want a versatile crash for jazz, funk, rock, and pop that works independently or as part of a full kit.
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Specs side by side
| SABIAN 14" HHX Click Hat Botttom | SABIAN 14" HHX Thin Crash | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $329.99 | $329.99 |
| Brand | Sabian | Sabian |
| Cymbal Type | Hi-Hats | Crash |
| Cymbal Size | 14" | 14" |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose SABIAN 14" HHX Click Hat Botttom
- ✓ Purpose-built bottom cymbal for hi-hat definition and control
- ✓ Sits low in mix with dark, focused sound ideal for dense playing
- ✓ Quick articulation and controlled decay for tight clickable response
- ✓ Medium weight (1248g) balanced for responsive pairing with top cymbals
Why choose SABIAN 14" HHX Thin Crash
- ✓ Standalone crash cymbal—no need to purchase a matching pair
- ✓ Thin profile and lighter weight ease maneuverability in extended sessions
- ✓ Cuts through quickly without excessive wash across multiple genres
- ✓ Fast articulation and controlled sustain suit jazz, funk, rock, and pop equally
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these two cymbals together as a hi-hat pair?
No. The Click Hat Bottom is designed as a bottom cymbal only and requires a matching top cymbal to function as a hi-hat pair. The Thin Crash is a standalone crash cymbal meant for accent and punctuation, not pairing as a hi-hat.
Which is better for jazz and funk?
Both excel in jazz and funk. The Click Hat Bottom provides tight, articulate hi-hat definition for these genres. The Thin Crash works as a crash accent cymbal in the same settings, offering dark tone and controlled sustain without wash.
What's the main construction difference?
The Click Hat Bottom uses a fully lathed finish with HH and HHX hammering for its bottom cymbal role. The Thin Crash uses a two-stage hammering process (sparse initial, then denser HHX after lathing) plus a smaller raw bell design to achieve fast attack and articulate crash response.
Which requires less physical effort to play?
The Thin Crash is lighter than typical thin crashes and designed for exceptional maneuverability, making it easier during extended sessions. The Click Hat Bottom's medium weight is optimized for hi-hat responsiveness rather than ease of movement.