Detail 01
Bow lathing on top; none on bottom
The two cymbals use different surface treatments: a lathed top bow and unlathed bottom.
Product detailSKU #1500000322014
DreamDark Matter Hi-Hats 14 in. Pair
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
These 14-inch Dream Dark Matter hi-hats pair an unlathed bottom cymbal with a double-tempered top. The result is presented as dry, fat, angry, and articulate, with enough cut to project clearly. Opening the hats produces a brief explosive response that fades quickly, making their open sound a deliberate punctuation rather than a lingering wash. Hand hammering, cast alloy, and the repeatedly fired Dark Matter process make this a character-forward pair for a defined hi-hat role.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Drummers who need dry, articulate hi-hat definition with enough cut to be heard clearly.
- Parts where an open hi-hat sound needs a fast, explosive burst followed by quick decay.
- Players selecting a deliberately characterful 14-inch pair rather than a neutral hi-hat sound.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players seeking an open hi-hat sound that lingers for a long time.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Double-tempered top
The top cymbal receives the specified double-tempering treatment.
Detail 03
14 in. pair
The product is a matched pair of 14-inch hi-hat cymbals.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The bottom is unlathed, while the top has bow lathing and double tempering.
- 02The open sound is described as disappearing quickly after its initial burst.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are both cymbals lathed?
No. The top has bow lathing, while the bottom has no lathing.
02What happens when the hi-hats are played open?
They are described as opening with an explosive response that fades quickly.
03What size are they?
They are a 14-inch pair.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
5 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gray
- Material
- Cast alloy
- Body Finish
- Proprietary
- Finish
- Proprietary
- Type
- Hi-hats
5 detailsOther
- Quantity
- Pair
- Lathing
- Bow (top), None (bottom)
- Hammering
- Hand
- Sizes in
- 14/15
- Bell
- Raw
