What makes the HHX Tempest different from a standard 22" ride cymbal?

The Tempest combines a medium-thin weight with aggressive HHX hammering to create a warm, dark wash while maintaining excellent stick articulation and light ride capabilities. This design bridges the gap between drum set intensity and orchestral subtlety in a single instrument, giving it genuine multi-application versatility.

Is the HHX Tempest suitable for jazz and fusion playing?

Yes. The Tempest excels in jazz and fusion contexts with its controlled dynamic swell response, refined tonal control, and ability to handle both stick definition and mallet work, making it equally at home in small ensemble or full band settings.

What is the weight and material composition?

The HHX Tempest is built with B20 bronze alloy in a medium-thin weight category, features aggressive HHX hammering, and carries a traditional natural finish. It is 22" in diameter and weighs 5 lbs.

Can this cymbal work for orchestral or classical applications?

Yes. The medium-thin profile, warm dark undertone, and refined tonal control make the Tempest well-suited to orchestral and classical settings, where its controlled swell and low-volume articulation are particularly valuable.

What genres is this cymbal NOT recommended for?

The HHX Tempest is not designed for punk or thrash metal applications, where heavier, brighter, or more aggressive cymbal characteristics are typically preferred.

SABIAN 22" HHX Tempest Cymbal

The 22" HHX Tempest captures a beautifully controlled swell across its dynamic range, responding with clarity to stick articulation or mallet work while maintaining a warm, dark undertone that sits naturally in dense mixes. Its medium thin profile and aggressive hammering create an instrument with exceptional studio versatility, equally effective as a primary ride for intimate tracking or as a textural layer in fuller arrangements. This cymbal stands out for its unique character and light ride capabilities, making it a compelling choice for producers building tone-conscious sessions.

Sonic Character & Recording Application

Built with B20 bronze alloy and shaped by aggressive HHX hammering, the Tempest excels in multi-track contexts—equally suited to drum kit isolation or layering within orchestral arrangements. The medium thin weight classification paired with the traditional natural finish produces a warm, dark wash with excellent articulation and control, even at lower dynamic levels, making it ideal for detailed mixing and overdubing scenarios where cymbal presence must remain focused.

Build & Materials

This cymbal features SABIAN's premium B20 bronze construction combined with the signature HHX hammering pattern, delivering consistent stick response and tonal depth across recording sessions. The traditional natural finish reflects SABIAN's hand-crafted approach while maintaining the sonic properties critical for both intimate tracking and full-volume take recording.

Key Features

22" diameter size
Medium Thin weight category
B20 bronze alloy material
Aggressive HHX hammering pattern
Traditional natural finish
Multi-application design (drum set and orchestral)
MPN: 1221XTN
Shipping weight: 5 lbs
Controlled dynamic swell response
Superior light ride capabilities
Warm, dark undertone wash
Versatile stick and mallet playability

The HHX Tempest combines refined tonal control with the flexibility to perform across genre and session contexts, making it an exceptional choice for engineers and producers tracking a single instrument with genuine multi-purpose capability.

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Cymbal Size	22"