Detail 01
14 inch
The standard hi-hat size. Faster response and tighter stick definition than 15 inch, more body than 13 inch.
Product detailSKU #1329494012060
SABIANHHX Click Hats 14 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 14-inch hi-hat pair from Sabian's HHX line, priced at the upper end. For drummers replacing stock hats on a gigging or recording kit.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing entry-level stock hi-hats on a first serious kit
- Drummers who want a defined, cutting hi-hat voice
- Studio and stage use where hat articulation has to read clearly
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners still deciding whether drums will stick
- Anyone needing a full cymbal set on this budget
- Players wanting a wide, washy 15-inch feel
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 cymbal both included, matched by the maker, so you are not pairing mismatched hats yourself.
Detail 03
HHX series
Sabian's upper professional tier rather than a student line, which is what puts it at this price.
Detail 04
$654.99
Pro-level pricing. Expect to keep these across several kits rather than upgrading again in a year.
Detail 05
Hi-hat, not a crash or ride
These mount on a hi-hat stand and are played with a foot pedal. They will not substitute for a ride.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No hi-hat stand, clutch or felts included — check what your stand already has
- 02Confirm your stand's clutch fits before your first rehearsal
- 03Cymbals are consumable under hard playing; keep the drum key and felts fresh
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this come with both cymbals?
Yes. Hi-hats are sold as a pair, top and bottom, matched together. You supply the stand and clutch.
02Is 14 inch the right hi-hat size for me?
It is the default size on most kits and the safest choice. Go 13 inch for a tighter, quicker sound, 15 inch for more wash.
03Can I use these as a crash?
Not really. Hi-hats are built to be played closed and pedaled in pairs. Buy a crash for accents.
04Why do these cost more than the hats on my starter kit?
They come from Sabian's professional HHX line rather than a beginner series, which is reflected in both the build tier and the price.
