Sabian 18" HHX China
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Sabian
18" HHX China
Product Info
Article Number:
188210
Brand:
Sabian
Model:
18" HHX China
Category:
18" China Cymbals
Price:
$526.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 18in HHX China from Sabian is a real workhorse. It’s got a great balance of attack and wash, making it super useful for everything from funk to rock. If you want a versatile, expressive china that cuts through the mix without being overly aggressive, this is a fantastic choice.
Product Description
- Sabian 18" HHX China
- 18" China
- HHX series
- Brilliant finish
- Excellent combination of "tonal heat" and rough attack
- Biting attack with round
- funky china sound
- HHX cymbals respond faster than HH series
- Bell slightly thicker and unlathed
- Wider sound spectrum compared to HH series
PROS
- • HHX series responsiveness offers quicker, more nuanced cymbal control.
- • Brilliant finish enhances projection and visual appeal on stage.
- • The thicker bell delivers a focused, articulate wash and cutting edge.
- • Unlathed areas contribute to a complex, organic, and trashy sound.
CONS
- • The brilliant finish can be prone to finger smudging and requiring more cleaning.
- • HHX series, while versatile, isn’t as intensely explosive as some extreme china models.
- • The price point places it in a premium-priced category for many drummers.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Brilliant
Sound Character
Biting attack, funky, round, warm wash
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
The HHX series generally projects a bit more due to the thinner overall profile and brilliant finish, providing a louder and more cutting sound.
Yes, the unlathed bell contributes to the cymbal's complex overtones; however, it makes the bell slightly more susceptible to cracking if mishandled.
Absolutely, its balanced sound and responsiveness make it quite versatile, suitable for rock, funk, pop, and even some jazz applications.
