Sabian HHX Anthology 18" High Bell
Group: Multi-Application
Type: High Bell
Size: 18 Inch
Series: HHX Anthology
Weight: 1346g, 1352g, 1358g, 1380g, 1400g, 1400g, 1410g, 1412g, 1414g, 1422g, 1422g, 1466g, 1470g
Median Weight: 1410g (n=13)
Years of production: 2022 - Present
Sound file: HHX Anthology 18" High Bell
HHX Anthology 18" High Bell
HHX Anthology 18" High Bell
HHX Anthology 18" High Bell
HHX Anthology 18" High Bell
HHX Anthology 18" High Bell
HHX Anthology 18" High Bell
HHX Anthology 18" High Bell
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Review: "For the test, six "HHX Anthology" models were examined, as each size is available in the "High Bell" or "Low Bell" variant. All four are very intense and diffuse on both sides, scattered with hammer marks of different sizes, while a rim about 3 to 4 cm wide remains unharmed. Noticeable are the fairly evenly distributed, large, oval hammer marks, reminiscent of previous Jojo Mayer specialties such as his "Fierce" cymbals or the Omni models. Since the design of the 18" and 22" HHX Anthology models is otherwise practically identical, one can nicely observe the influence of the bell on the two slightly different characters. Despite the clearly more pronounced bell, the 22" High Bell cymbal is only 22 grams heavier than its "Low Bell" counterpart. Everything up to the bell is very classically and finely lathed. The rim of the "High Bell" models feels minimally thinner than that of the "Low Bell" models, although this is barely noticeable. All 18 and 22 versions are at least in the edge area rather of the thinner (a Medium-Thin) type. Extremely well balanced.
The thin edge area makes all four Anthology models respond extremely easily, even when playing with the fingers, it is effortless to create swelling and deeply rumbling sounds. Full and warm crash sounds build up with greater intensity to a broad, explosive character. The decay is fairly quick and merges into a dark, shimmering sustain. The Low Bell variants are slightly softer, whereas the High Bell versions, despite all their warmth, have more bite and power. What is truly remarkable is the direct response of the cymbals to different types of sticks and playing techniques: especially in ride mode, you can coax out everything from the finest attacks on the 18" Low Bell model to very defined pings on the 22" High Bell cymbals, covering everything one might need for jazz to rock. Each individual model offers an unexpectedly wide range, which functions excellently as either a crash or ride depending on the situation and reveals as well as projects every nuance in the playing of skilled drummers."
- From the original German text
- Review written by Carsten Buschmeier ("Einsatzart frei BESTIMMBAR", Drums & Percussion, May 2022, pg. 54)
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