Heavy Hi-Hat Cymbals

As the old saying goes, "a band is only as good as their drummer". Of course, in order for a drummer to showcase their highest level of potential, they need to be decked out with cymbals that match their playing style. For drummers that like to play hard and loud, heavy hi-hat cymbals are a must, and thankfully today's music market is loaded with killer models. From Sabian and Zildjian to Paiste, Meinl and Istanbul Mehmet, all the big names are here offering their own heavy hi-hat cymbals for players who want their groove to be heard clearly over any cranked-up amplifier.

Unless you know exactly what you want, a great way to narrow down your hi-hat choices is to kick things off with the best sellers - that way, you can get a good idea of what modern drummers are enjoying most. For example, check out the Paiste PST 7 Heavy Hi-Hat Pair. The Paiste Sound Technology series is an affordable line for drummers who want a traditional feel, look and sound. Like every cymbal in the PST series, this hi-hat is lathed by Paiste's skillful Swiss crafters and is perfect for a wide variety of musical genres.

Now for those who want a high-end cymbal that was made with the aggressive professional in mind, check out the Meinl Mb20 Heavy Soundwave Hi-Hat Cymbals. A best seller, this hand-hammered cymbal delivers maximum projection and its finish looks amazing under stage lights. Want another world-class cymbal suggestion? Wait until you feast your eyes on the Istanbul Agop Lenny White Signature Epoch Hi-Hat Cymbal Pair. Anyone who is familiar with American jazz fusion drummer Lenny White knows exactly what to expect from this masterpiece: a dark sound with a very pronounced "chick". Add this cymbal to your kit and you'll have no problem turning heads in your direction during performances.

Heavier music calls for heavier cymbals - it's as simple as that. As you can see from the extensiveness of this section, finding a new set of heavy hi-hat cymbals is easy, so by all means dive into this catalog and start exploring the rest of your options. Whether you're keeping the beat in a touring death metal quartet or knocking out classic rock hits in the garage with friends, there's a heavy hi-hat cymbal pair here to match your tastes and price range.