Detail 01
15 inch
Two inches larger than standard. Lower pitch, more wash when open, slower to close and choke.
Product detailSKU #1273887990461
ZildjianA Custom Mastersound Hi-Hat Pair 15 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
15-inch A Custom Mastersound hi-hats. Bright, cutting, with a hard chick from the bottom hammering. For drummers who need the hats heard over a loud band.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Loud rock, pop or worship stages where hats get buried
- Drummers wanting a sharp, defined 'chick' in the mix
- Players who like a bigger, washier open hat sound
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Quiet jazz or brush work — too much volume and cut
- Drummers wanting dark, dry, trashy hats
- Anyone who wants a tight 13-inch stick response
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
Mastersound bottom
Hammered, crimped bottom edge. Creates an air gap so the pair pops instead of sucking together.
Detail 03
A Custom series
Bright, glassy, high-frequency voice. Cuts through guitars rather than sitting under them.
Detail 04
Sold as a pair
Top and bottom included and matched. No need to source a second cymbal.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No hi-hat stand or clutch included — the pair is cymbals only
- 0215-inch hats need clearance; check your stand height and rack setup
- 03Heavier bottom means more foot pressure for a clean chick
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are 15-inch hi-hats too big for normal use?
They play lower and wash more than 14s, and take a firmer foot to close cleanly. Fine as a main pair if you want volume and body.
02What does Mastersound actually do?
The bottom cymbal has a hammered, wavy edge. It keeps air moving between the two so closed notes stay crisp and the chick is louder.
03Does this include the hi-hat stand?
No. You get the top and bottom cymbals. Stand, clutch and felts are separate.
04How do these compare to regular A Custom hats?
Same bright A Custom voice, but the Mastersound bottom adds a harder, more defined chick and a cleaner closed stick sound.
