What comes in this purchase?

This is the bottom cymbal only (15" diameter). You will need to purchase the matching AAX Medium Hat Top separately to complete a playable hi-hat setup.

How does the medium weight affect the sound compared to light or heavy options?

Medium weight produces reduced sustain and increased note clarity, resulting in a thinner, more articulate voice with fast stick response. This makes it ideal for studio recording where tight closures and defined articulation are needed, rather than open, washy tones.

Is this cymbal suitable for metal or hard rock?

No, this cymbal is optimized for studio sessions, jazz, and pop. Its controlled, crisp character and reduced sustain are not designed for the heavier attack and volume demands of metal or hard rock playing.

What is B20 bronze and why does it matter?

B20 bronze is a copper, tin, and silver alloy that delivers SABIAN's signature tonal warmth and durability. This construction, combined with the medium weight design, ensures both responsive stick feel and consistent, reliable performance in recording and live environments.

What skill level do I need to use this cymbal effectively?

This cymbal is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its responsive character and tight closure reward precise playing dynamics and controlled technique.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $20 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.

SABIAN 15" AAX Medium Hat Bottom

The SABIAN 15" AAX Medium Hat Bottom delivers a crisp, controlled response with a slightly darker character than its top counterpart. The medium weight classification produces a thinner, more articulate voice ideal for studio work and recording sessions where definition matters. This bottom cymbal pairs seamlessly with its matching top to create a versatile hi-hat setup that sits cleanly in dense mixes and responds predictably to varied playing dynamics.

Construction & Materials

Cast from B20 bronze—a copper, tin, and silver alloy—this cymbal exhibits SABIAN's signature tonal warmth and durability. The larger, rounder peen combined with visible hammering patterns contributes to the medium weight classification, resulting in a faster stick response and cleaner articulation that translates to precise, articulate recordings and tight, defined closed-hat textures during mixing.

Sonic Character

As a bottom cymbal in the AAX series, this piece is engineered to provide a solid foundation for the hi-hat pair, supporting crisp closures and tight definitions. The medium weight ensures reduced sustain and increased note clarity, allowing individual closed-hat strikes to cut through without excessive wash—essential for drum tracks that need to sit clearly in contemporary productions.

Key Features

15" diameter hi-hat cymbal (bottom cymbal only)
B20 bronze construction (copper, tin, and silver alloy)
Medium weight classification for thinner, articulate tone
Larger, rounder peen design
Visible hammering pattern throughout surface
Manufacturer part number: 21502XC/2B (Brilliant Finish variant)
AAX series profile and characteristics
Optimized for studio recording and controlled playing environments
Fast stick response and clean articulation
Reduced sustain for tight, defined closures

This AAX Medium Hat Bottom functions as a dependable foundation cymbal that pairs with its matching top to deliver the articulate, controlled hi-hat sound required for capturing professional drum recordings and maintaining clarity during mix-down.

Condition	New
Cymbal Size	15"
Cymbal Type	Hi-Hats
Country of Manufacture	Canada