Detail 01
14 inch
The standard hi-hat size. Balanced stick attack and volume, and it fits any normal hi-hat stand and clutch.
Product detailSKU #1328544975587
MEINLClassics Custom Extreme Metal Hi-Hat Cymbal Pair 14 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 14-inch hi-hat pair from MEINL's Classics Custom Extreme Metal line, built for loud, aggressive playing at a mid-tier price.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Metal and hard rock drummers who play hi-hats hard and open
- Loud stages where a thin hat disappears under guitars
- Drummers wanting cutting chick and stick definition, not wash
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Jazz, brushes, or quiet dynamic playing
- Drummers wanting a dark, dry, low-volume hat
- Small rooms and untreated home studios where bright hats get harsh
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
Sold as a pair
Top and bottom come matched, so you don't have to source a mate or worry about mismatched weights.
Detail 03
Extreme Metal series
Voiced loud and bright with strong attack. It sits on top of distorted guitars rather than blending under them.
Detail 04
Cymbal, not a stand or clutch
Mounting hardware is separate. You need a hi-hat stand and a clutch already on the kit.
Detail 05
$259.99 for the pair
Mid-range money. Above student-grade sheet cymbals, below pro hand-hammered lines.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No hi-hat stand or clutch included. You supply both.
- 02Loud by design. Try before committing if you record at home.
- 03Check clutch felts and washers before mounting to avoid cracks at the hole.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are these too loud for a small practice room?
Likely yes. This line is voiced to cut through loud amps. In a small room they will feel bright and aggressive unless you play them lightly.
02Does this include both the top and bottom hi-hat?
Yes. It ships as a matched 14-inch pair, so you get both cymbals.
03Will these work with my existing hi-hat stand?
Yes. 14 inch is the standard size and fits any conventional hi-hat stand and clutch.
04Are these good for anything other than metal?
They work for hard rock and loud pop where you want cut and clear chick. For jazz or quiet playing, look at a thinner, darker hat.
