Detail 01
Drop clutch
Tap the release and the top cymbal drops onto the bottom, holding hats closed with no foot on the pedal.
Product detailSKU #1273887992963
GibraltarHi-Hat Drop Clutch SC-DC
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A drop clutch that locks hi-hats closed with one tap, freeing your left foot. For drummers adding a double pedal or second bass drum.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Playing closed hats while both feet work the bass drum
- Adding a double pedal to a kit without losing hi-hat parts
- Fast switches between hats and double-kick within a song
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers who never take their foot off the hi-hat pedal
- Anyone wanting variable openness while both feet are busy
- X-hat setups, where a fixed clamp is simpler
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
Replaces the stock clutch
It swaps onto your existing hi-hat stand's pull rod. You are not buying a new stand.
Detail 03
Closed position only
Dropped hats are closed and stay closed. You lose foot control over how tight or loose they sit.
Detail 04
Resetting takes a pedal press
You step the hi-hat pedal to re-engage the clutch, so plan a spare beat to reset mid-song.
Detail 05
$21.99
Cheapest way into double-pedal hi-hat parts, well under the cost of a remote or auxiliary hat stand.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Fits standard hi-hat pull rods; check your rod diameter first
- 02Hi-hat stand, cymbals, and felts are not included
- 03Practice the drop and reset before using it on a gig
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How does a drop clutch work?
You tap the release lever and the top cymbal falls onto the bottom one, keeping the hats closed. Your left foot is then free for a double pedal.
02Will it fit my hi-hat stand?
It mounts on the stand's pull rod in place of the stock clutch and fits standard rod sizes. Confirm your rod diameter if your stand is unusual.
03How do I open the hats again?
Press the hi-hat pedal down. That lifts the top cymbal and re-latches the clutch, so leave yourself a beat to reset.
04Can I get a half-open sound with it?
No. It holds the hats closed at the set tightness. Adjusting the drop height changes how tight they sit, but you cannot vary it while playing.
