Iconic, High-volume Trashiness on Tap
Since its inception in 2011, the Sabian AA Holy China design has been a fan-favorite effect among timekeepers worldwide — ask any drummer here at Sweetwater! Thinly crafted from Sabian’s B20 bronze alloy formula, the AA Holy China exudes that classic AA series brightness and explosive high-volume energy with each strike. Blueprinted with a tall, raw bell and the classic upward-sloping profile at the edge, this cymbal exudes an endearingly noisy disposition with every strike. Factor in its namesake cutouts, and the AA Holy China unleashes a massive degree of trashiness and attack volume. From explosive hard-rock accents and aggressive punk performances to the trashy, lo-fi impact of hip-hop crash samples, the Sabian AA Holy China is certain to be one of the most energizing additions to your bronze configuration.
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Sabian AA: bold and bright since ‘82
Sabian’s AA series has been around as long as the company itself, so named for the series’ automatic anvil hammering protocol. Forged from B20 bronze, all Sabian AA cymbal possess a bright tone with excellent control and a tight responsiveness from a foundational level. Give them some more energy, and the AA series showcases incredible dynamic versatility for both high-volume and subdued occasions alike. As a result, drummers of genres like rock, punk, and hip-hop will love having AAs at their disposal around the kit. The AA series is a Sabian staple that simply never goes out of style!
Sabian AA Holy China Features:
- A staple effect of the global drumming community since 2011
- B20 bronze alloy foundation follows AA series protocol, creating a thin, bright sonic character
- Laden with high-volume potential for crashes, accents, drive beats, and more across the genres of rock, punk, and hip-hop
- Raw bell with traditional China cymbal profile creates a noisy, trashy effect
- 12 rows of 3 cutouts increase playing volume and trash effect for an unmistakable energy
