SABIAN 14" Paragon Hat Top Brilliant Finish
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- SKU
- NP1402/1B
Description
SABIAN 14" Paragon Hat Top Brilliant Finish
The Paragon Hat Top captures fast, crisp responses with clean, bright articulation that cuts through any mix during tracking and overdubs. Handcrafted from pure SABIAN B20 bronze, this medium-weight cymbal was designed in collaboration with legendary RUSH drummer Neil Peart and combines the best sonic characteristics of SABIAN's AA, AAX, and HH series. The brilliant finish enhances clarity and definition for recording applications, while the AA-style hammering provides dynamic responsiveness across a wide range of playing dynamics.
Design & Construction
Built using AA-style hammering paired with an innovative blend of sound-defining features from three SABIAN series, the Paragon achieves a rare balance between power and musicality that translates well in the studio. The B20 bronze composition ensures tonal consistency across multiple takes and sessions, making this top cymbal effective for recording projects and live performance without sacrificing tonal character or responsiveness.
Sonic Character
The medium-weight classification enables rapid articulation and definition while maintaining projection in dense mixes. Sticking clarity remains clean and well-defined at all recording levels, giving engineers and producers precise control over dynamics during capture, and a cymbal that responds immediately to subtle technique variations during performance.
Key Features
- Size: 14 inches
- Material: SABIAN B20 bronze
- Weight Classification: Medium-weight
- Finish: Brilliant
- Construction: AA-style hammering with innovative mix of AA, AAX, and HH series features
- Cymbal Type: Hi-hat top cymbal
- Designed in collaboration with Neil Peart (RUSH)
- Fast, crisp response with clean sticking
- Dynamically responsive across playing ranges
- Suitable for studio and live applications
- Protected by SABIAN Two-Year Warranty
The Paragon Hat Top represents a thoughtfully engineered cymbal that balances musicality with power, ideal for recording sessions seeking articulate, responsive hi-hats with lasting durability across projects.
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" Paragon Hat Top is a medium-weight B20 bronze hi-hat that captures fast, crisp sticking definition and bright clarity ideal for tracking drums in the studio. Its hybrid construction and AA-style hammering provide dynamic responsiveness across a wide playing range, making it versatile for rock, progressive, and genre-crossing session work. This cymbal sits well in mixes and responds immediately to technique variations, giving producers and engineers predictable, articulate hi-hat tones without the premium price tag.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Practice
- – Beginner drumming
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this hi-hat designed for?
The Paragon Hat Top is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional drummers. It is not suited for beginners or practice-only contexts—it shines in live performance and studio sessions where dynamic control and articulation matter.
What genres and playing styles work best with this cymbal?
This cymbal excels in rock and progressive music where crisp sticking definition and cutting projection are essential. Its fast response and clean articulation make it ideal for genres demanding precision and dynamic range.
How does the Paragon compare to other popular 14" hi-hats?
The Paragon draws sonic elements from SABIAN's AA, AAX, and HH series combined with AA-style hammering and B20 bronze, positioning it as a hybrid alternative to the Zildjian New Beat, Paiste 2002, and Sabian AAX 14" hi-hats—offering musicality and power at a competitive price.
Is this cymbal suitable for both studio and live use?
Yes. The medium-weight construction and B20 bronze composition ensure durability and consistency for both studio recording and live performance without sacrificing tonal character or responsiveness.
What does the brilliant finish do?
The brilliant finish enhances clarity and brightness, helping the cymbal cut through a mix with crisp sticking definition and clean articulation across a wide dynamic range.