What makes this a bottom cymbal, and what do I pair it with?

This is the bottom half of a hi-hat pair—you'll mount it on the lower cymbal stand pad and pair it with a top cymbal to complete your hi-hat setup. The 1187-gram heavy weight is engineered to respond solidly to pedal pressure and provide clear chick definition underneath.

Is this cymbal suitable for heavy metal or punk drumming?

No. The HHX Legacy series is voiced for jazz, fusion, studio sessions, and live performance where articulate definition and warm tone are priorities. Its dark, controlled character is not designed for the aggressive cutting power needed in heavy metal or punk contexts.

What is the HHX Legacy sound, and how does it differ from other Sabian lines?

The HHX Legacy delivers a dark, modern tone with crisp stick articulation and warm colour, developed in collaboration with Dave Weckl. It emphasizes refined definition and controlled sustain, distinguishing it from brighter or more washy cymbal lines.

Is this cymbal hand-hammered, and where is it made?

Yes, it is hand-hammered from B20 bronze using traditional techniques by SABIAN craftsmen in Canada. The natural finish preserves the authentic patina, and the heavy-weight construction ensures durability and consistent performance.

What skill level do I need to play this cymbal well?

This cymbal is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional drummers who can appreciate and control its crisp articulation and warm tonal nuance. Its responsive feel rewards technique and disciplined playing.

SABIAN 15" HHX Legacy Hat Bottom

This 15" HHX Legacy Hat Bottom tracks with crisp stick articulation and solid pedal "chick," capturing warm tonal colour that cuts cleanly through dense mixes while maintaining that signature dark HHX character. Developed with legendary drummer Dave Weckl, this larger hat size delivers responsive feel paired with the uncompromising sonic definition the HHX Legacy line is known for. The heavy bottom weight ensures articulate definition and controlled sustain across any recording or live context.

Sonic Character & Construction

Hand-hammered from B20 bronze, this cymbal produces the dark, modern sound signature that defines the HHX Legacy series. The 1187-gram bottom weight provides the mass needed for crisp articulation and tonal depth, giving your recordings excellent definition and warm colour without excess wash or muddiness in the overhead and room tracks.

Build & Materials

Canadian-manufactured by SABIAN craftsmen using traditional hand-hammering techniques, this bottom cymbal meets exacting standards. The natural finish preserves the authentic B20 bronze patina while the heavy-weight construction ensures durability and consistent performance through extended session work and studio use.

Key Features

Size: 15"
Material: B20 bronze
Bottom cymbal weight: 1187 grams (Heavy Bottom)
Construction: Hand-hammered
Finish: Natural
Sound style: Dark, Modern
Manufactured in Canada
Developed in collaboration with Dave Weckl
Crisp stick articulation and solid pedal response
Warm tonal colour with simmering dark tone
Protected by SABIAN Two-Year Warranty

The HHX Legacy 15" Hat Bottom pairs responsive articulation with tonal warmth, making it an excellent choice for producers and engineers tracking drums with refined definition and dark, musical colour in a larger cymbal format.

Condition	New
Cymbal Size	15"
Cymbal Type	Hi-Hats