What size options does the HH Radia Cup Chime come in?

The 7" version is available, and Sabian also offers 8" and 9" sizes if you need a different pitch or sustain character for your setup.

Is this cymbal suitable for beginners or high-volume rock playing?

No—this is an intermediate-to-professional accent piece designed for precision and tonal sophistication. It's not intended for beginner drum kits or high-volume rock applications where sustained wash and louder dynamics are required.

What makes the HH Remastered design different?

The HH Remastered incorporates enhanced hand-hammering and increased sonic texture compared to standard designs, delivering greater tonal complexity and depth while maintaining the signature dark, warm character of B20 bronze.

How long does the sound sustain?

The 7" HH Radia has very short sustain by design—it produces a cutting, articulate ping that decays quickly and cleanly, making it ideal for defined accents rather than sustained tones in dense arrangements.

What genres or contexts is this chime best suited for?

It excels in studio sessions, jazz, progressive, and experimental percussion applications where clarity, warmth, and tonal precision are priorities. It's less ideal for sustained tone applications or high-volume rock settings.

Sabian 7" HH Radia Cup Chime

The 7" HH Radia Cup Chime delivers a cutting high-pitched "ping" with dark tonal character and minimal sustain, making it an essential accent layer for layered drum programming and live recording. Originally designed for Terry Bozzio, this small pitched bell adds distinctive colour and texture that sits precisely in the mix without competing for frequency space. Its compact size and focused sound character make it a surgical tool for producers seeking precise, articulate accents that translate across playback systems.

Construction & Material

Cast from B20 bronze with a hybrid finish, this chime embodies the unmistakable warmth that only traditional hand-hammered construction delivers. The HH Remastered design incorporates enhanced hammering and complexity, ensuring each piece offers exceptional sonic texture and tonal depth that captures with clarity in studio recording.

Tone & Recording Character

The 7" format produces a high-pitched, cutting "ping" with inherently dark tonality and very short sustain—ideal for articulate, defined accents that maintain separation in dense mixes. This focused sound character allows the chime to cut through without phase issues or frequency buildup, making it reliable for overdub work and multi-tracked percussion arrangements.

Key Features

7" diameter — compact size for dedicated accent voice
B20 bronze construction — premium alloy for tonal warmth and complexity
Hand-hammered (HH) series — traditional craftsmanship with enhanced tone
HH Remastered design — increased hammering and sonic texture
Hybrid finish — balanced aesthetic and acoustic properties
Radia cup shape — optimized resonance profile for this cymbal line
High-pitched "ping" character — cutting, articulate attack
Dark tonal quality — warm, complex sustain
Very short sustain — precise, defined decay for clean articulation
Model 10759R — part of Sabian's established HH Radia lineup
Two-Year Sabian Warranty — manufacturer protection included
Also available in 8" and 9" sizes — scalable options for varied applications

The Sabian 7" HH Radia Cup Chime stands as a precision accent piece for recording and production, delivering clarity, warmth, and tonal sophistication that enhances any session palette.

Condition	New
Cymbal Size	7"
Cymbal Type	Effects
Country of Manufacture	Canada