Masterwork 14" Resonant Hi-Hat

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Masterwork 14" Resonant Hi-Hat

Masterwork

14" Resonant Hi-Hat

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 111689
Model: 14" Resonant Hi-Hat
Price: $262.90

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These Masterwork Resonant Hi-Hats are a real step up – the Turkish craftsmanship shines through with a beautifully warm and articulate tone. They’re perfect for players seeking a refined, vintage-inspired sound without the extreme brightness of some modern hats, making them ideal for jazz, fusion, and soulful styles.

Product Description

Masterwork 14" Resonant Hi-Hat, 14" Hi-Hat

Cymbals from the Resonant Series are polished by hand, which gives them their shiny surface and brilliant tone with a warm fundamental sound.

, Masterwork's Resonant Series, Brilliant finish, Handmade according to Turkish tradition, B-25 alloy

PROS
  • • Turkish B-25 alloy provides a warm, complex fundamental tone.
  • • Hand-hammered construction enhances responsiveness and musicality.
  • • Brilliant finish offers a striking visual aesthetic and bright shimmer.
  • • 14-inch size delivers a balanced wash and crisp chick sound.
CONS
  • • B-25 alloy might lack the extreme sizzle some drummers prefer.
  • • Handmade nature can introduce slight variations in weight and feel.
  • • Premium-priced, potentially a barrier for budget-conscious players.

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Key Features

Size 14 in
Material B-25 Bronze Alloy
Finish Brilliant
Sound Character Warm, resonant, musical, shimmering
Top/Bottom Weight Top: Medium Thin, Bottom: Medium
Weight Approximately 1600g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Masterwork hats offer a warmer, more complex tone than the A Customs, which tend to be brighter and more cutting. Both are excellent, but the Masterwork leans towards a more vintage vibe.
While versatile, the warmer tone might not cut through as sharply in very aggressive genres. They’ll work, but a brighter hi-hat might be a better choice for a more defined attack.
Absolutely. The traditional Turkish hammering techniques create subtle inconsistencies that contribute to the hi-hat’s organic, musical response and prevent a sterile, mass-produced feel.

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