Sabian 22" HHX Tempest Cymbal
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Sabian
22" HHX Tempest Cymbal
Product Info
Article Number:
569455
Brand:
Sabian
Model:
22" HHX Tempest Cymbal
Category:
22" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$724.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Sabian HHX Tempest is a beautifully voiced ride – it’s got a gorgeous, dark wash and a surprising amount of dynamic response. This is a really cool, limited-edition cymbal, perfect for players seeking a sophisticated, nuanced ride tone, especially those in orchestral or more atmospheric settings.
Product Description
- Sabian 22" HHX Tempest Cymbal
- Universal Cymbal
- Size: 22"
- 2023 Vault Drop Series
- Limited edition
- Weight: Medium-thin
- Universal cymbal for various applications
- Very wide dynamic spectrum
- Most comparable to a light ride
- Controllable volume increase with full dark undertone
- Suitable for drum sets as well as orchestras
PROS
- • Exceptional dark, wash tone with surprising dynamic range.
- • HHX's B20 bronze alloy delivers a complex, shimmering character.
- • Vault Drop exclusivity ensures a unique, collectible instrument.
- • The medium-thin weight offers effortless playability and nuanced control.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many drummers.
- • The 'universal' designation might limit its appeal to specific genres.
- • Dark undertones may not suit brighter, more cutting musical styles.
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Key Features
Size
22"
Material
B20 Bronze Alloy
Finish
Natural
Sound Character
Dark, Washy, Complex
Bell Size
5.75"
Weight
Medium-Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Tempest leans much darker and more complex than the brighter Evolution or Xcellence series, offering a more vintage, nuanced sound.
Vault Drop cymbals are designed to be limited releases; re-release is unlikely, increasing their collectibility and potentially long-term value.
While versatile, the dark, wash-focused tone is most effective in genres that appreciate that character; it's less ideal for high-energy, bright styles.
