What weight is this cymbal and will it pair well with a heavier top hat?

The HHX Legacy Hat Bottom has a median weight of 1140g in the medium-heavy classification, making it a solid match for paired top hats of similar or slightly lighter weight. The hand-hammered B20 bronze construction ensures balanced, responsive pairing without sacrificing articulation or chick definition.

Is this cymbal suitable for styles like punk or metal?

The HHX Legacy series is designed for jazz, blues, studio sessions, and live performance where dark, articulate tone is valued. It is not optimized for punk or thrash metal styles, which typically require brighter, more cutting cymbals.

What makes the HHX Legacy bottom cymbal different from other SABIAN hi-hats?

The HHX Legacy features SABIAN's proprietary Tone Projection design combined with hand-hammered B20 bronze construction to deliver dark, warm tonal color with crisp stick articulation and agitated bite. This combination has been in production since 2006 and is known for simmering heat and musical depth.

How responsive is this cymbal to playing dynamics?

The cymbal responds immediately to touch, making it effective for both tight, controlled playing and aggressive dynamic work. The medium-heavy weight and hand-hammered construction ensure stable, consistent response across a range of playing styles.

Is there a warranty on this cymbal?

Yes, the HHX Legacy Hat Bottom is protected by SABIAN's Two-Year Warranty.

SABIAN 14" HHX Legacy Hat Bottom

This 14" HHX Legacy Hat Bottom delivers crisp stick articulation with a solid, responsive pedal chick that cuts through any mix. The cymbal responds immediately to touch, making it equally effective for tight, controlled playing and aggressive dynamic work. Built with SABIAN's proprietary Tone Projection design, this bottom hat generates the dark, simmering character the Legacy series is known for while maintaining articulate clarity.

Tone & Projection

The dark, rich sound of the HHX Legacy pairs clean stick definition with warm tonal color and an agitated bite that projects effectively in any playing environment. This bottom cymbal's medium-heavy weight ensures it cuts without sacrificing musical depth, delivering the simmering heat and musical dirt that defines the series.

Construction & Durability

Hand-hammered from B20 bronze with a natural finish, this cymbal is built to exacting standards and backed by SABIAN's Two-Year Warranty. The 1140g median weight provides stable, consistent response across a range of playing styles and dynamics.

Key Features

Material: B20 bronze alloy
Size: 14"
Weight Classification: Medium-heavy
Median Weight: 1140g
Hand-hammered construction
Finish: Natural
Sound Profile: Dark, deep, and rich
SABIAN Tone Projection design
Responsive stick articulation
Solid pedal chick
In production since 2006
Protected by SABIAN Two-Year Warranty

The HHX Legacy Hat Bottom combines sophisticated tonal depth with the articulate projection needed to be heard and felt in any musical context.

Condition	New
Cymbal Size	14"
Cymbal Type	Hi-Hats
Country of Manufacture	Canada