Detail 01
14 in.
The standard hi-hat size. Balanced between stick attack and foot chick, and fits any hi-hat stand and clutch.
Product detailSKU #1273887994241
SABIANNeil Peart Paragon Hi-Hats Brilliant 14 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 14 in. brilliant-finish hi-hat pair from Sabian's Paragon signature line. For drummers who want a bright, cutting hat and will pay mid-tier money for it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Loud rock and live stages where the hat must cut through guitars
- Replacing a dull stock hi-hat on an entry or intermediate kit
- Players who want a crisp, glassy chick from the pedal
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Quiet jazz or brush work — this sits bright and loud
- Tight budgets; entry-level hats cost a fraction of this
- Drummers chasing a dry, trashy, low-pitched hat sound
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
Brilliant finish
Polished surface rather than raw. Reads a little brighter and cleaner, and shows fingerprints and stick marks sooner.
Detail 03
Hi-hats, not a single cymbal
You get a top and a bottom. A lone crash or ride cymbal cannot substitute for either half.
Detail 04
Paragon signature line
Priced above Sabian's standard series. You are paying for a specific voicing, not for more metal.
Detail 05
$549.99
Upper-mid cymbal money for a pair. Budget the same again if you also want a matching crash.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01A hi-hat stand and clutch are separate purchases — the cymbals mount to those
- 02Polished finishes need occasional cleaning or the surface dulls with hand oils
- 03A bright hat next to dark crashes and rides will sound mismatched
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this one cymbal or two?
Two. Hi-hats are sold as a top and bottom pair. The stand and clutch that hold them are separate.
02Are 14 in. hats too big for a small kit?
No. 14 in. is the standard size and works with any kit. 13 in. is the tighter, quieter, quicker-closing option.
03What does brilliant finish change?
It is polished to a reflective surface instead of left raw. Slightly brighter and cleaner in tone, and it shows marks and fingerprints more.
04Will these work for metal?
Yes. Bright 14 in. hats are the usual choice for loud, guitar-heavy music because they stay audible under distortion.
