SABIAN 14″ AAX Medium Hat Bottom
The SABIAN 14″ AAX Medium Hat Bottom delivers the controlled articulation and stick definition essential for capturing crisp, focused hi-hat recordings in the studio. Its medium-heavy weight pairs seamlessly with the matching top cymbal to produce tight, punchy closes with excellent clarity—ideal for cutting through dense mixes and maintaining definition across multiple takes and overdubs. This bottom cymbal’s design emphasizes the articulate stick attack needed for both precise rhythmic work and nuanced textural layering in production.
Design & Construction
Built from B20 Bronze—a copper, tin, and silver alloy—this cymbal undergoes a dual-lathing process that refines its tonal characteristics and visual consistency. The medium-heavy bottom weight is engineered to sit lower in the hi-hat stack, providing the mass needed for clean articulation and controlled sustain without muddiness. In the recording environment, this weight specification ensures the bottom cymbal responds predictably to microphone placement and delivers consistent transient capture across session work.
Recording & Tonal Characteristics
The Air Wave bottom design eliminates air lock, allowing the hats to breathe and respond naturally during both open and closed playing—critical for capturing natural dynamics in recording. The larger, rounder peen with its visible hammering pattern contributes to a balanced frequency response that cuts through a mix while maintaining musicality at lower volumes, making it equally effective for intimate jazz sessions and high-energy rock production.
Key Features
- 14″ cymbal size—standard for hi-hat applications
- Medium-heavy weight specification
- B20 Bronze alloy composition
- Air Wave bottom design to eliminate air lock
- Dual-lathing process for tonal refinement
- Larger, rounder peen with visible hammering pattern
- Designed as the bottom cymbal in a hi-hat pair
- Engineered for articulate stick definition and tight closes
This AAX Medium Hat Bottom delivers the consistency and clarity demanded by studio recording applications, providing reliable performance across session work, overdubs, and diverse production styles.
