SABIAN 15" Paragon Hat Bottom

SABIAN 15" Paragon Hat Bottom

Developed in collaboration with legendary RUSH drummer Neil Peart, the Paragon Hat Bottom captures fast, crisp responses with clean, well-defined stick articulation on tape and in the mix. This medium-weight cymbal pairs exceptional dynamics with musicality, responding immediately to nuanced playing while maintaining presence across a wide range of volumes and playing styles—critical for layering drums in multi-tracked sessions.

Sound & Tone Character

The bright sonic profile cuts through dense mixes with clarity and definition, making it ideal for tracking drums where articulation and separation matter. Built using AA-style hammering combined with sound-defining features drawn from the AA, AAX, and HH series, these hats achieve a refined balance between power and articulation that translates effectively across rock production and beyond.

Construction & Materials

Handcrafted from pure SABIAN B20 bronze alloy, the Paragon series represents an innovative approach to cymbal design that prioritizes both durability and responsive recording character. The medium weight enables fast response without sacrificing the sustain and projection needed in studio tracking and overdub sessions.

Key Features

• 15" size
• Bottom hat cymbal
• Medium weight
• B20 bronze alloy construction
• Bright sound character
• Handcrafted using AA-style hammering
• Hybrid design incorporating AA, AAX, and HH series features
• Designed with Neil Peart for RUSH R40 anniversary
• Fast, crisp response with clean articulation
• Dynamically responsive across playing applications
• Manufacturer part number NP1502N
• SABIAN Two-Year Warranty

The Paragon Hat Bottom represents a precise intersection of engineering and musicality, delivering the responsiveness and clarity that studio drummers and producers demand when tracking and mixing recorded performances.