SABIAN 15″ Paragon Hat Top
The Paragon Hat Top captures fast, crisp responses with clean, well-defined articulation—essential qualities for recording tight hi-hat takes. Handcrafted from pure B20 bronze using AA-style hammering, this cymbal was designed in collaboration with legendary RUSH drummer Neil Peart to commemorate the band’s 40th anniversary and the R40 tour. The Paragon series bridges power and musicality, offering dynamic responsiveness suitable for a wide range of recording and production styles.
Tone & Character in the Mix
The bright, articulate sound profile cuts through a dense mix with clean articulation and defined character. The medium weight classification provides fast response times without sacrificing durability or projection, making these hats effective in studio sessions where precision timing and clarity are critical to maintaining pocket and definition across multiple tracks.
Construction & Design
Built from B20 bronze with AA-style hammering combined with sound-defining features from the AA, AAX, and HH series, the Paragon represents an innovative approach to hi-hat design. This hybrid construction delivers the musicality expected from SABIAN’s premium cymbal lines while maintaining the fast, responsive character essential to professional-grade recording and session work.
Key Features
- Size: 15″
- Type: Hi-hats (Top cymbal only)
- Weight: Medium
- Material: B20 bronze
- Sound: Bright
- Manufacturer Part Number: NP1502N/1
- Construction: AA-style hammering with AA, AAX, and HH series features
- Designed by Neil Peart for RUSH R40 tour commemoration
- Handcrafted construction
- Dynamically responsive and highly durable
- Protected by SABIAN Two-Year Warranty
The Paragon Hat Top combines legendary craftsmanship with artist-driven design to deliver a cymbal that records and performs reliably across diverse session and production contexts.
