SABIAN 20" HHX New Symphonic Viennese

SABIAN 20" HHX New Symphonic Viennese Hand Cymbals

The SABIAN 20" HHX New Symphonic Viennese pair captures articulate, focused cymbal textures ideal for recording and live tracking in ensemble settings. These medium-weight hand cymbals cut through dense mixes while maintaining the rich, dark character that sits naturally in classical and symphonic sessions. The combination of enhanced sustain and controlled dynamics translates to clean, usable takes—whether overdubbing individual cymbal parts or capturing full ensemble performances in a single pass.

Tone & Recording Presence

Built on the proven HHX design, these cymbals deliver greater projection than standard HH Viennese models while keeping a dark, musical tone that records with clarity. The articulate response cuts through session mixes and concert recordings alike, capturing definition across diverse acoustic environments and microphone techniques—essential for both studio close-mic work and room capture in live settings.

Construction & Session Use

Crafted from B20 bronze with a natural finish, the medium weight specification balances responsive attack with consistent durability across extended recording sessions. The pair ships with included cymbal straps for quick setup and seamless workflow integration.

Key Features

• 20" (50.8cm) diameter size
• Hand cymbal type (sold as a pair)
• B20 bronze material
• Medium weight classification
• Natural finish
• Dark sound profile
• Modern design approach
• Enhanced sustain over standard HH Viennese
• Increased projection for ensemble settings
• Articulate, responsive character
• Included cymbal straps
• SABIAN Two-Year Warranty protection

The HHX New Symphonic Viennese delivers versatile studio performance for producers and engineers tracking ensemble work, offering dark, projection-forward cymbals that sit confidently in mixes without losing individual character.