What makes the Sabian 18 inch AA Sick Hi-hats unique?

The Sabian 18 inch AA Sick Hi-hats stand out with their distinctive 2-inch holes in both the top and bottom cymbals. This unique design, combined with their larger 18-inch size and medium-thin weight, creates an exceptionally dry, raw, and dark sound. The holes contribute to a quicker decay and a trashier, more aggressive chick, offering a truly unconventional sonic character for drummers looking to explore new textures.

What kind of sound can I expect from the AA Sick Hi-hats?

You can expect a sound that is distinctly dry, raw, and dark. The 18-inch size provides a full-bodied wash, while the 2-inch holes ensure a rapid decay and a pronounced, trashy "chick" sound. They offer articulate stick definition with an underlying aggressive character, making them perfect for cutting through dense mixes. These hi-hats deliver a unique, unrefined voice that adds a powerful, modern edge to your drumming.

Who are the Sabian 18 inch AA Sick Hi-hats best suited for?

These hi-hats are ideal for drummers who want to push sonic boundaries and add a unique, aggressive voice to their kit. Their dry, raw, and dark sound, coupled with a quick decay, makes them excellent for modern rock, metal, funk, and experimental genres. If you're looking to stand out with unconventional textures and a powerful, articulate chick, the AA Sick Hi-hats offer a distinct sound that can inspire new grooves.

Sabian 18 inch AA Sick Hi-hat Cymbals

Name: 18 inch AA Sick Hi-hat Cymbals
Brand: Sabian
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

18" Hi-hats, B20 Bronze

Item ID: 218SHN

Cymbals only. Clutch not included.

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While this isn't an item we normally stock, we can still get it to you as fast as possible due to our great relationship with Sabian. Go ahead and place your order and we'll follow up shortly to let you know when to expect it. Estimated October 2026

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Sabian 18 inch AA Sick Hi-hat Cymbals

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Thin, Dry Hi-hat Tone with Expression

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Choose Sabian's AA Sick Hats for a thin, dry sound that is also extremely expressive. The large air holes give these hi-hats virtually no air lock, and you can hear the difference immediately. You'll hear every nuance of these cymbals, and if you want a bit more girth, just reverse them so that the holes are facing downward. The Sabian AA Sick Hats are also perfect for remote hi-hats.

Serious drummers rely on Sabian

With Sabian cymbals, you're in good company. Located in the small eastern Canadian village of Meductic, New Brunswick, Sabian has been supplying the shimmer on the top end of countless hit records for over three decades. First-call drummers such as Terry Bozzio, Dave Weckl, Neil Peart, and Mike Portnoy - and many of the drummers here at Sweetwater - rely on Sabian for the sizzle atop their kits, and you can, too.

Sabian AA Sick Hats Features at a Glance:

18" hi-hats
Thin and dry with a wide expressive range
Place them holes up for a drier sound or holes down for a warmer sound

Explore unique hi-hat possibilities with Sabian's AA Sick Hats.

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Sabian 18 inch AA Sick Hi-hat Cymbals

Thin, Dry Hi-hat Tone with Expression

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