SABIAN 14" HHX Legacy Hat Bottom
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- SKU
- 11402XLN/2
Description
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.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Cymbal Size | 14" |
| Cymbal Type | Hi-Hats |
| Country of Manufacture | Canada |
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At a Glance
The SABIAN 14" HHX Legacy Hat Bottom is a hand-hammered B20 bronze bottom cymbal that captures dark, simmering character with clean stick articulation and warm tonal color—perfect for tracking jazz, blues, and studio sessions where clarity and depth matter equally. Its medium-heavy 1140g weight ensures consistent, responsive tone that sits well in dense mixes while maintaining definition on close-mic setups. Choose this if you need a bottom hat with musical dirt and projection that translates reliably across multiple recording sessions and genre applications.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Punk
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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