Zildjian Azuka 14" Sombrero Hihat

Group: Hi-Hats
Type: Sombrero Hihat
Size: 14 Inch
Series: Azuka
Weight: Top: ?g / Bottom: ?g
Years of production: 2002 - 2003
Sound file: Azuka 14" Sombrero Hihat
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Review: "These hombres are mucho innovative! The 13 3⁄4" bottom cymbal has a “wrinkled” edge, along with six rivets with tambourine jingles dangling from them. The 14" top cymbal features the Azuka Multi-Crash design with a flanged edge that turns downward, overhanging the edge of the smaller bottom cymbal.

This design was conceived by Latin drummer/percussionist Efrain Toro to offer drummers and percussionists a variety of tonal colors. The bottom hi-hat jingles help enhance the “chick” sound when the hats are closed with the foot. The top cymbal sounds best when played on the lathed portion near the edge.

This cymbal combo creates a full-bodied open hi-hat sound. When played closed with the hands (no sticks), the jingle sound is a bit more noticeable, but not overstated. In fact, in a live or studio situation the jingle sound might not be obvious at all unless the bottom cymbal were sonically supported by a microphone. This is a fun design that offers lots of acoustic possibilities—and in a reasonable price range."

Review written by Mike Haid ("Zildjian Mixed Bag - A Little Something For Everyone", Modern Drummer, May 2002, p. 41)

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