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SABIAN 14" AAX Medium Hat Bottom vs SABIAN 14" AAX X-Celerator Hat Top
The AAX Medium Hat Bottom is a bottom cymbal designed to pair with a top (like the X-Celerator), while the AAX X-Celerator Hat Top is a top cymbal meant to sit above a bottom. You need both to create a complete hi-hat pair; choose the bottom if you already own a compatible top, or the top if you need to upgrade that component.
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Specs side by side
| SABIAN 14" AAX Medium Hat Bottom | SABIAN 14" AAX X-Celerator Hat Top | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $254.99 | $254.99 |
| Brand | Sabian | Sabian |
| Cymbal Type | Hi-Hats | Hi-Hats |
| Cymbal Size | 14" | 14" |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose SABIAN 14" AAX Medium Hat Bottom
- ✓ Medium-heavy weight provides clean articulation and controlled sustain in the bottom position
- ✓ Air Wave design eliminates air lock for natural response during open and closed playing
- ✓ Larger, rounder peen delivers balanced frequency response that cuts through without muddiness
- ✓ Refined B20 Bronze with dual-lathing ensures consistency and musicality
Why choose SABIAN 14" AAX X-Celerator Hat Top
- ✓ Medium weight top delivers bright, crisp, cutting response that punches through at any volume
- ✓ Rippled Air Wave bottom design on top cymbal ensures super-clean stick articulation
- ✓ Smaller raw bell with larger rounder peen creates focused, cutting character ideal for rock and metal
- ✓ Approximately 1077 grams provides responsiveness paired with strong projection
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these cymbals separately or do I need both?
Hi-hat pairs require both a top and bottom cymbal to function. The AAX Medium Hat Bottom is engineered specifically for the bottom position, and the AAX X-Celerator Hat Top sits above it. You cannot use one without the other.
What's the weight difference between these two cymbals?
The X-Celerator Hat Top is medium weight at approximately 1077 grams. The Medium Hat Bottom is described as medium-heavy, making it heavier than the top to provide the mass needed for the bottom position's anchor role.
Which genres are these cymbals best suited for?
The X-Celerator Top is marketed for rock, metal, funk, and studio work, and is not ideal for jazz or folk. The Medium Hat Bottom is versatile across live performance, studio sessions, touring, and diverse playing styles when paired with an appropriate top.
Do both cymbals have the Air Wave design?
Yes, both feature Air Wave designs to eliminate air lock. The bottom cymbal has a larger, rounder peen with Air Wave design, while the top has rippled Air Wave patterns shaped into the bottom surface for free air escape between the cymbals.