Detail 01
Medium light weight
Thinner than a standard hat, so it responds at low volume and opens quickly, but has a lower volume ceiling.
Product detailSKU #1274115038771
PaisteSignature Traditionals Medium Light Hi-Hat (Pair) 14 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
14-inch medium light hi-hats from Paiste's Signature Traditionals line. For players who want a dark, controlled hat and will pay for it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Jazz, brush work, and low-volume rooms where a bright hat overpowers
- Studio drummers needing a clean stick sound without harsh wash
- Players who ride the closed hat and want articulation, not noise
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock, metal, or outdoor gigs — these get buried
- Drummers on a budget; this is a serious spend for one pair
- Anyone wanting a cutting, glassy chick that slices through a mix
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
14 inch
The standard hi-hat size. Balanced between the tight attack of 13s and the wash of 15s.
Detail 03
Traditionals line
Paiste's darker, drier voicing. Warmer and less glassy than their brighter cast lines.
Detail 04
Sold as a pair
Top and bottom are matched and ready to mount. No second purchase needed to complete the hat.
Detail 05
Signature series
Paiste's upper-tier bronze and hand work, which is where most of the price sits.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01You need a hi-hat stand and clutch — neither is included
- 02Thinner hats are easier to crack with heavy edge playing
- 03Sound differs a lot by stand tension and how tightly you clamp the clutch
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are these loud enough for a rock band?
Medium light hats top out earlier than heavier models. They work for controlled rock, but a loud stage will bury them.
02What's included for $784?
The matched top and bottom 14-inch hi-hat cymbals. Stand, clutch, and any felts or sleeves are separate.
03How do these compare to the Paiste 2002 line?
Traditionals are the darker, drier voicing; the 2002 line is brighter and more cutting. Pick by how much attack you want.
04Can I use these for jazz and quieter gigs?
Yes — that's the target. The lighter weight responds at low stick volume and gives a clean chick without a big wash.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Yellow
