Sabian 20" HHX China Brilliant
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Sabian
20" HHX China Brilliant
Product Info
Article Number:
150389
Brand:
Sabian
Model:
20" HHX China Brilliant
Category:
20" China Cymbals
Price:
$625.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This HHX China Brilliant is a real statement piece. It’s got that raw, trashy attack you want from a china, but the brilliant finish and hand-hammering add a surprising amount of complexity and shimmer. Perfect for rock, metal, and any genre needing a powerful, attention-grabbing accent.
Product Description
- Sabian 20" HHX China Brilliant
- China
- HHX series
- Hand-hammered
- Size: 20"
- Brilliant finish
- Excellent combination of "tonal heat" and rough attack
- Biting attack with round
- funky Chinese sound
- HHX cymbals respond faster than HH series
- Bell slightly thicker and unlathed
- Wider sound spectrum than the HH series
PROS
- • The hand-hammering creates complex overtones and a dynamic response.
- • Brilliant finish offers a bright, cutting wash alongside the trashy attack.
- • HHX series responsiveness provides quicker, more nuanced playing feel.
- • Unlathed bell delivers a focused, powerful wash and distinct bell tone.
CONS
- • The brilliant finish can be prone to finger smudging and requires cleaning.
- • Its aggressive sound isn't ideal for all genres, particularly softer styles.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many drummers.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Brilliant
Sound Character
Biting attack, funky Chinese sound, warm undertones
Weight
Medium-Heavy
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Brilliant has a brighter, more cutting sound and a quicker response compared to the darker, more mellow tone of the standard HH China.
Sabian's hand-hammering process means each cymbal will have slight variations in the pattern, contributing to its unique character – no two are exactly alike.
Yes, the brilliant finish is more susceptible to oxidation and wear compared to darker finishes, requiring more frequent cleaning to maintain its appearance.
