Detail 01
Standard clutch, not a drop clutch
It holds the top cymbal at a fixed height. It won't release the hats closed while you play double bass.
Product detailSKU #1274115037938
DWStandard Hi-hat Clutch
Sale
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A replacement hi-hat clutch from DW. Holds the top hi-hat cymbal on the pull rod. Buy it when yours slips, strips, or goes missing.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a clutch that slips or won't hold tension
- Keeping a spare in the stick bag for gigs
- Upgrading a stock clutch on an entry-level hi-hat stand
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers needing a drop clutch for double-pedal work
- Anyone expecting a full hi-hat stand — this is the clutch alone
- Non-standard or vintage pull rods with unusual thread
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
Felt washers above and below
The cymbal floats between felts, which protects the bell and lets the top hat move freely.
Detail 03
Threaded onto the pull rod
Fits standard hi-hat pull rods. Height is set by where you thread it, so you control the gap between cymbals.
Detail 04
DW hardware
Machined to DW's hardware tolerances, so it should hold tension longer than the stamped clutches on budget stands.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your pull rod thread — most stands are standard, but older or import stands vary
- 02Felts wear out and compress; replace them before blaming the clutch
- 03This is the clutch only, no stand, rod, or cymbals
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my hi-hat stand?
It threads onto a standard hi-hat pull rod, which covers most modern stands. Measure or check the thread on older and off-brand stands.
02Is this a drop clutch?
No. It holds the top cymbal at a fixed position. A drop clutch is a different part.
03Does it come with felts?
A clutch of this type uses felt washers to sandwich the cymbal. Keep your old ones as spares either way.
04Why does my top cymbal keep slipping?
Usually a worn clutch thread, compressed felts, or a lock nut that isn't fully tightened. A fresh clutch fixes the first.
