Sabian 18" HHX Anthology Low Bell
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Sabian
18" HHX Anthology Low Bell
Product Info
Article Number:
540361
Brand:
Sabian
Model:
18" HHX Anthology Low Bell
Category:
18" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$581.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Anthology Low Bell is a seriously interesting piece from Sabian. It's designed to be both a crash and a ride, offering a unique blend of musicality thanks to Jojo Mayer's input. It's perfect for drummers who want a single cymbal that can cover a lot of ground, especially in more modern or experimental settings.
Product Description
- Sabian 18" HHX Anthology Low Bell
- Low Bell Crash/Ride Cymbal
- Size: 18"
- HHX Anthology Series
- Jojo Mayer Signature Model
- Traditional Finish
- Material: B20 Bronze
- Anthology cymbals are cymbals that the player decides what to use them for.
- Combines feel and sound of crash and ride in one cymbal
- Low Bell: traditional
- elegant sound
PROS
- • The B20 bronze alloy delivers a warm, complex, and responsive tone.
- • Jojo Mayer's signature design offers a unique crash/ride versatility.
- • The 'Low Bell' provides a focused, articulate bell tone without being overpowering.
- • Traditional finish enhances the cymbal's natural resonance and complex overtones.
CONS
- • The hybrid crash/ride nature might not satisfy dedicated crash or ride players.
- • The complex voicing requires skilled playing to fully realize its potential.
- • Being a signature series, it's premium-priced compared to standard Sabian offerings.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18"
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Traditional
Sound Character
Warm, complex, articulate, versatile crash/ride
Weight
Medium-Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Low Bell is more controlled and focused, providing a defined articulation without the washiness of a larger bell, making it less fatiguing over extended playing.
While versatile, the cymbal's nuanced response requires a more developed sense of dynamics and technique; it's best suited for intermediate to advanced players.
The traditional finish allows the bronze to age naturally, developing a patina that can subtly alter the tone and potentially increase projection over years of playing.
