SABIAN 14″ AAX Thin Hat Bottom Brilliant Finish
The SABIAN 14″ AAX Thin Hat Bottom captures crisp, articulate hi-hat textures with minimal weight, delivering responsive tracking in the drum booth and exceptional control during overdubs. Hand-tuned from low-weight B20 bronze, this cymbal produces a modern, cutting tone that cuts through dense arrangements while maintaining definition in compressed mix scenarios. The brilliant finish enhances projection for close-mic techniques while the thin profile ensures quick decay and precise stick articulation for clean, punchy recordings.
Sound & Tone Character
Built with a smaller bell design, this bottom hat generates the crisp, contemporary voice that defines the AAX Thin series. The low-weight construction and hand-tuned craftsmanship allow for nuanced tonal expression across a range of dynamic playing, from delicate ghost notes to fully opened statements—each layer recording with clarity and distinction.
Construction & Materials
B20 bronze provides the warm, complex harmonic foundation that translates well to both close-miking and overhead capture, while the hand-tuned artisan approach ensures consistency across recording sessions. The brilliant finish adds durability and visual appeal without compromising the organic sonic character of the raw bronze beneath, which remains audible in multitrack sessions and mix work.
Key Features
- 14″ diameter
- Thin weight profile
- B20 bronze alloy
- Brilliant finish
- Low-weight design
- Smaller bell for crisp tone
- Hand-tuned artisan craftsmanship
- Modern, cutting voice suitable for contemporary styles
- Quick decay and responsive stick definition
- Part of the AAX series sonic family
This bottom cymbal pairs seamlessly with its matched top to create a hi-hat pair that captures both tight, controlled articulation and open wash—essential for tracking drums that sit cleanly in the mix without sacrificing character or requiring excessive EQ correction.
