SABIAN 20" HHX New Sym Viennese Single

SABIAN 20" HHX New Sym Viennese Single

The SABIAN 20" HHX New Sym Viennese captures articulate, dark timbres with substantial projection and sustain—a hand cymbal engineered to sit cleanly in dense mixes while maintaining expressive dynamic control. Medium weight construction balances responsiveness with durability, making these cymbals track well across varied session contexts and production styles that call for refined, complementary cymbal textures.

Tone & Recording Character

Built from B20 bronze, this 20" cymbal produces the dark, complex voice characteristic of the Viennese design while offering enhanced sustain compared to earlier HH models. The natural finish and medium weight deliver articulate attacks and musical decay that record with clarity and definition—ideal for sessions where dark, controlled cymbal tones blend into arrangements without masking other instruments or overwhelming the stereo field.

Build Quality & Long-Term Studio Use

Handcrafted from premium B20 bronze material, the HHX New Sym Viennese is built to endure consistent studio work and tracking sessions while maintaining tonal integrity across multiple takes and extended use. SABIAN backs this cymbal with a 24-month limited warranty, ensuring confidence in its reliability for professional studio applications.

Key Features

• Type: Hand Cymbals
• Size: 20" (50.8 cm)
• Material: B20 Bronze
• Weight Category: Medium
• Finish: Natural
• Sound Profile: Dark
• Enhanced sustain and projection versus standard HH Viennese models
• Designed for articulate, musical response at high dynamic levels
• Blends effectively in ensemble and mixed musical settings
• Limited Warranty: 24 months

The SABIAN 20" HHX New Sym Viennese serves as a dependable choice for producers and engineers tracking hand cymbals, delivering dark, sophisticated response with the projection and consistency to translate well in detailed studio recordings.