Sabian 18" HHX Anthology High Bell

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Sabian 18" HHX Anthology High Bell

Sabian

18" HHX Anthology High Bell

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 540367
Brand: Sabian
Model: 18" HHX Anthology High Bell
Price: $581.90

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The Anthology High Bell is a fascinating piece – a hybrid crash/ride designed with Jojo Mayer's input. It's built with a solid B20 bronze shell and a high bell that delivers a modern, articulate sound. This cymbal is perfect for players looking for a versatile, unique voice, especially those in contemporary or fusion genres who want a little extra bite.

Product Description

  • Sabian 18" HHX Anthology High Bell
  • High Bell Crash/Ride Cymbal
  • Size: 18"
  • HHX Anthology Series
  • Developed in cooperation with Jojo Mayer
  • Traditional finish
  • Material: B20 Bronze
  • Anthology cymbals are cymbals that the player decides what they want to do with them.
  • Combines feel and sound of crash and ride in one cymbal
  • High Bell: Modern
  • present sound
PROS
  • • B20 bronze delivers warm, complex overtones and sustain.
  • • High bell provides a modern, cutting edge to the sound.
  • • Versatile crash/ride capability expands sonic possibilities.
  • • Jojo Mayer's input yields a uniquely responsive, dynamic feel.
CONS
  • • High bell can be overly bright for some playing styles.
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many drummers.
  • • The 'crash/ride' nature limits focused tonal definition.

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Key Features

Size 18"
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Modern, present, versatile
Weight Medium-Heavy

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's brighter and more focused than a typical HHX crash, thanks to the high bell; the ride element adds a whole new dimension of sound and response.
Not at all; Jojo Mayer's design ensures it’s genuinely usable as both, though it excels as a versatile, expressive hybrid.
The unique tonal blend and responsiveness, combined with the B20 bronze quality, offer something distinct from standard crash cymbals – it's a statement piece.

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