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RARE ULTRA CRISP Vintage Sabian 14” FLAT Hihats 1028 1412 g FAST QUICK Clean BRILLIANT

RARE ULTRA CRISP Vintage Sabian 14” FLAT Hihats 1028 1412 g FAST QUICK Clean BRILLIANT

$259.99 - $259.99
$259.99
$259.99 - $259.99
$259.99
  • Here’s a rare pair of VINTAGE Sabians - some of the CLEANEST sounding hihats you will find. And these are the elusive Brilliant Finish model too! They offer an unparalleled clean shimmer. 

  • As a matter of fact, I’ll go on record as saying it, I love Zildjian Quick Beats, but the Sabian FLAT HATS sound better. I’m not exactly sure why except I have A/B ed enough pairs now to know they consistently do.  

  • These Vintage Sabians are the perfect combination of bright but have aged and mellowed over 40 years. Very crisp and articulate but they have a controlled tone and a beautiful shimmer. 

  • And you can’t get these from Sabian unless it’s an insanely expensive special order and a long ass wait. 

  • Vintage Sabian Hollow Logo 14” FLAT HATS Hihats in a Brilliant Finish in great shape. And this was back when Sabian had to prove themselves by trying to take over big brother - literally. 
  • These were Sabian’s answer to Zildjian Quick Beats. And they were made when Quick Beats were only around for a decade or so.  Very early pair right here!

  • These Flat Hats, along with Quick Beats were described as:
    "Features air-vented, flat-bottom cymbal for accelerated response and clarity. Exuberant Hihats that burst with a classic voice that is pure, bright, and expressive. Flat Hats have an especially fast response with three holes in the bottom that allow quick air release.” 

  • But AGED over 40 years - they have a crispness that is not harsh. 
  • As you can see, the bottom cymbal is FLAT and outfitted with 3 factory holes that facilitate FAST foot action with your pedal. Does it really work? Hell yeah. The difference is immediately noticeable. 

  • With their SUPER CRISP Tone...and I mean SUPER CRISP...and CLEAN, and bright, TIGHT attack, these 14” FLAT HATS project supremely. And the flat, three-holed bottom cymbal is a joy to work with your pedal.  

  • The weights are 1028 grams for the Top Cymbal and 1412 grams for the Flat Bottom Cymbal.  

  • Perfect for rock, reggae, pop, R’n’B.  Drum & bass. Hip hop. And anytime you need a bright cutting tone.  Great live or for recording!

  • No issues. Terrific shape. 

  • Insanely CRISP!  Very tight and controlled! Incredible live and recording.