Sabian 17" AA Holy China
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Sabian
17" AA Holy China
Product Info
Article Number:
340650
Brand:
Sabian
Model:
17" AA Holy China
Category:
17" China Cymbals
Price:
$405.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Sabian Holy China is a real statement piece. It's got a seriously aggressive, piercing sound that’ll be perfect for metal, electronic music, or anyone needing a dramatic accent. It's not a subtle cymbal, so know what you’re getting into, but it’s a powerful addition to any kit.
Product Description
- Sabian 17" AA Holy China
- China Cymbal
- Size: 17"
- AA series
- Brilliant finish
- The Holy China achieves a higher pitch due to its exceptional profile
- the sound holes produce more volume and decay time and the large untreated bell provides a powerful China sound
PROS
- • Exceptional high-pitched sizzle cuts through dense mixes.
- • Sabian's AA bronze provides a rich, complex tonal character.
- • Large, untreated bell delivers a powerfully explosive China sound.
- • Unique profile facilitates a quick, responsive, and articulate response.
CONS
- • The brilliant finish shows fingerprints and handling marks easily.
- • Its focused sound may lack versatility for broader musical styles.
- • Relatively heavy for smaller gigs or extended playing sessions.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
17 in
Material
AA Bronze
Finish
Brilliant
Sound Character
High-pitched, explosive, cutting
Weight
Medium-Heavy
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s significantly higher-pitched and more focused than a traditional China, lacking the washiness and broader decay.
It’s durable, but requires more careful handling and cleaning to avoid visible marks and tarnish.
It excels in genres needing impactful accents like modern metal, industrial, and electronic music, but can be used sparingly in other styles.
