Detail 01
Quick Beat bottom
The bottom cymbal is vented with holes. Air escapes instead of getting trapped, so the pair responds faster and drier.
Product detailSKU #1273887990497
ZildjianA Series Quick Beat Hi-Hat Pair 14 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
14-inch A Zildjian hi-hats with a vented bottom cymbal. Bright and quick — for drummers who need fast, dry response and defined stick sound.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fast funk and fusion patterns needing quick foot response
- Loud stages where hats have to cut through
- Drummers who play tight, closed hat work
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Jazz players wanting dark, washy character
- Low-volume rooms — these are bright and loud
- Anyone chasing a hand-hammered, dry 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
A series
Zildjian's bright, cutting line. More attack and stick definition than the darker K cymbals.
Detail 03
14 in.
Standard hi-hat size, mid pitch. Fits any hi-hat stand without adapters.
Detail 04
Sold as a pair
Matched top and vented bottom included. The vent pattern only works as a set.
Detail 05
Vented design
Kills the airlock "whoosh" on hard closes, giving a cleaner chick and tighter half-open sound.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Stand and clutch are separate purchases
- 02The vented cymbal is the bottom — mounting it on top changes the response
- 03Bright hats can be harsh in small rooms or close-miked studios
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does Quick Beat actually do?
The bottom cymbal has vent holes that let trapped air out. That removes the airlock effect, so the hats respond faster and the chick is cleaner and drier.
02Which cymbal goes on top?
The solid one. The vented cymbal is the bottom — that is where the trapped air problem happens.
03Are these good for jazz?
They lean bright and cutting rather than dark and washy. Fast enough for jazz footwork, but most jazz players prefer the darker K line.
04Do I need a special stand?
No. Standard 14-inch hats work on any conventional hi-hat stand with a normal clutch.
