Sabian 9" HH Radia Cup Chime
- Designed for the inimitable Terry Bozzio, pitched bells add colour to any set-up.
- B20 Cast Chimes offer clear, pitched bell sounds.
- HH Remastered cymbals deliver more hammering, more complexity, and more tone.
- Unmistakable warmth that only traditional hand-hammered cymbals can deliver.
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- SKU
- 10959R
Description
Sabian 9" HH Radia Cup Chime
The Sabian 9" HH Radia Cup Chime delivers a focused, bell-like tone with excellent projection and sustain in a compact format. Hand-hammered construction combined with premium materials produces a dark, sophisticated sound character that cuts through dense arrangements while maintaining clarity in intimate recording sessions. This specialized percussion voice tracks with definition and presence, making it a versatile addition to film scoring, world music production, and contemporary composition sessions.
Tone & Character in the Mix
Built from B20 alloy (80% copper, 20% tin with traces of silver), this chime produces a dark, resonant tone with clarity and definition. The Radia Heavy weight category ensures rich harmonic content and extended sustain, delivering tonal depth and presence that translates well across tracking and mixing. The dark profile sits naturally behind sustained instruments while maintaining articulate transient response for layered productions.
Construction & Tracking Performance
Hand-hammered craftsmanship defines the HH series, with each cymbal individually shaped for tonal nuance and responsiveness. The combo finish (combining finished and unfinished surfaces) balances visual character with acoustic properties, while the established production history since 1981 reflects proven design and reliability. Consistent construction ensures predictable performance session to session.
Key Features
- 9" diameter cup chime
- B20 alloy construction (80% copper, 20% tin, traces of silver)
- Hand-hammered (HH series) design
- Radia Heavy weight category
- Dark sound profile
- Combo finish (finished/unfinished)
- Manufactured continuously since 1981
- Sabian part number 10959R
- Focused projection with extended sustain
- Versatile for orchestral, world, and contemporary music
The Sabian 9" HH Radia Cup Chime combines premium materials, meticulous hand-hammering, and decades of proven design to deliver a distinctive, professional-grade percussion voice for studio recording and production work.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Cymbal Size | 9" |
| Cymbal Type | Effects |
| Country of Manufacture | Canada |
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At a Glance
The Sabian 9" HH Radia Cup Chime is a hand-hammered B20 cymbal offering a dark, bell-like tone with excellent clarity and extended sustain for orchestral, world-music, and contemporary composition recordings. Hand-hammered construction and premium materials deliver rich harmonic content and sophisticated tonal depth that captures with definition and presence. This specialized percussion voice works best in sessions requiring focused, resonant textures that cut through ensemble arrangements without competing brightness.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Orchestral
- ✓ World Music
- ✓ Contemporary Composition
- ✓ Ensemble Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Rock
- – Pop
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the HH Radia different from standard Sabian cymbals?
The HH (hand-hammered) Radia series uses individual hand-hammering for tonal nuance, B20 alloy construction (80% copper, 20% tin with silver traces), and a Radia Heavy weight category that produces dark, resonant sound with extended sustain. This design is optimized for orchestral and world-music contexts rather than rock or pop applications.
Is this chime suitable for rock or contemporary pop music?
No—the Sabian 9" HH Radia Cup Chime is designed specifically for orchestral, world music, and contemporary composition. Its dark, sophisticated tone and focused projection are not optimized for rock or pop genres.
What is the combo finish, and does it affect the sound?
The combo finish combines finished and unfinished surfaces on the cymbal. This approach balances visual character with acoustic properties, contributing to the chime's dark tone and harmonic richness while maintaining durability.
How long has this design been in production?
The Sabian 9" HH Radia Cup Chime has been manufactured continuously since 1981, reflecting proven design reliability and consistent quality across decades of professional use.
What skill level is required to play this chime effectively?
This chime is suited for intermediate, advanced, and professional percussionists. Its specialized character and extended sustain reward players with technique and musical context to deploy its focused, bell-like tone in ensemble and solo settings.
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