Sabian Hats

Series - Sizes

• APX - 13" 14"
• Artisan - 13" 14" 15" 16"
• B8X - 13" 14"
• FRX - 14" 15"
• HH Vanguard - 14"
• Pro - 13" 14"
• Pro Sonix - 13" 14"
• SBR - 13" 14"
• Stratus - 14" 15"
• Vault - 14" 15"
• XSR - 13" 14"
• XS20 - 14"
  

Description

APX

• Crisp stick and pedal response is bright and definite for clean and cutting 'chick' definition at all volumes. (7)

Artisan

• Dry, and dark with complex tone and excellent sticking, the Artisan Hats offer soft stick feel and excellent pedal response. (1)

B8X

• Crisp and lively stick and pedal responses are very bright and definite, clean, and penetrating. (2)

FRX

• The 14″ FRX Hats deliver versatility, clean sticking and crisp response. Open, they offer solid wash that sits perfectly in any mix. Their dark tone never overpowers and never gets in the way of other live mics on the stage. FRX gives drummers the freedom to play without holding back, especially in lower volume settings. (5)

Pro

• Responses are consistently focused, with bright tonal content and stick definition. (8)

Pro Sonix

• Crisp pedal and stick articulation, speedy response and defined clarity for as clean, punchy presence. (8)

SBR

• This pairing delivers tight, clean sounds when closed, and loud fullness when open. (4)

Stratus

• These hats deliver an articulate attack with a warm semi dark spread. The medium light top and medium heavy bottom are the perfect combination for crisp clear attack with a touch of airy spread. (6)

XSR

• A highly responsive pair of hats that offers accurate stick response, boosted clarity and cut as well as great versatility. (3)

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Information from:

1. sabian.com (retrieved January 11, 2025)
2. sabian.com (retrieved January 11, 2025)
3. sabian.com (retrieved January 11, 2025)
4. sabian.com (retrieved January 11, 2025)
5. sabian.com (retrieved January 11, 2025)
6. sabian.com (retrieved January 11, 2025)
7. Sabian Cymbal and Sound Guide 2009
8. Sabian Catalog 2002

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