SABIAN 13" SBR Hat Bottom

SABIAN 13" SBR Hat Bottom

This 13" SBR hat bottom captures responsive, controlled articulation that translates to tight, defined closed sounds and expansive brightness when open—essential for hi-hat clarity in any mix. The medium-weight construction balances projection with control, delivering a workhorse cymbal for home studios and project sessions without sacrificing tonal character. Built for producers and engineers tracking drums who need reliable, defined hi-hat definition at an honest price point.

Sound & Recording Character

The hammered and lathed surface produces a tightly focused, bright sound with excellent cut and definition—qualities that sit well in dense mixes and cut through without muddiness. Closed, the cymbal captures tight, clean articulation ideal for locked-in grooves; open, it responds with loud, full presence that reads clearly in stereo recording and layered drum sessions across genres.

Design & Build

Constructed from premium brass in a medium thickness, this cymbal offers the durability and responsive feel required for extended tracking sessions and repeated takes. The natural finish with hammered and lathed detail provides visual character while contributing to the consistent, focused sound profile that translates reliably to tape and digital recording.

Key Features

• 13" diameter
• Premium brass construction
• Medium weight
• Natural finish
• Hammered and lathed surface
• Bright tonal character
• Tight and clean when closed
• Loud and full when open
• Part of SABIAN's SBR beginner series
• Protected by SABIAN One-Year Warranty

The SBR hat bottom represents proven value in pure brass—a straightforward, dependable cymbal that brings studio-grade hi-hat definition to home recordings and project work without breaking the session budget.