The Sabian HHX Evolution line was introduced a few years ago in partnership with Dave Weckl as the artist behind this series. When I bought these Hi-hats I was actually shopping for the HHX Groove Hats, but when I heard the Evolutions, I was blown away. There was no comparison, the 13″ Evolutions stole my heart. These hi-hats are so crystal clear that you can play them at the quietest of levels and still recieve an amazing sound. It doesn’t matter how hard you hit them, they will sound good. When closed, you can get the tightest “chick”, and when they are open you get a glassy open sound that sounds like the bells of the gods are calling your name. I bought the 13″ hi-hats because of their tightness and higher pitched sound. I may still get the 15″ HHX groove hats later, and use these 13′s as a secondary hi-hat by my ride cymbal. These hi-hats are very versatile. I use them for metal, classic rock, jazz, and everything in between. I would recommend these hi-hats to anyone looking for an intermediate – advanced set of hi-hats. I would recommend them to beginners too, but they are pretty pricey.

Sizes available: 13″, 14″

Price: $379.00 – $429.00 (www.musiciansfriend.com)

Dallin’s rating… 5/5

Dave Weckl showing off his new cymbal lineup.

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