Some cymbals round out your kit—this one takes center stage the moment you strike it. The SABIAN HHX Complex Big Cup ride cymbal continues the brand's legacy of bold innovation and uncompromising tone, delivering a refined blend of complexity and control. Building on the acclaimed HHX Complex series, this 22" ride features dual-hammered construction that produces a rich, warm sound with dynamic range and smooth wash. The innovative Big Cup design provides distinct separation between the bell and bow, allowing players to execute crisp stick strikes and articulate bell tones with precision. Whether you're crafting intricate rhythms or adding depth to your crashes, this cymbal's versatility and sonic clarity stand out in every performance.
SABIAN Dual-Hammered Craftsmanship for Tonal Complexity
Great tone starts with the right hands—and SABIAN's dual-hammered approach gives this cymbal its expressive voice. The HHX Complex Big Cup ride is crafted using advanced hammering techniques that shape its rich, musical tone and responsive character. This construction results in a cymbal that delivers a warm wash with balanced spread, while maintaining definition across a wide dynamic range. Whether you're tracking in the studio or pushing volume live, the detail and control here are unmistakable.
Big Cup Design Sets the HHX Complex Ride Apart
When you need a bell that delivers, this one hits the mark. The Big Cup design gives you clear separation between the bell and bow, so your stick work stays sharp and defined. Whether you're locking into a groove or riding out a crash, it responds with control, character and just the right amount of bite.
Warm Wash and Smooth Crash Transitions
It's not just a ride—it's a ride that crashes beautifully. Strike the edge and the HHX Complex Big Cup ride cymbal opens up with a warm wash and balanced spread. The crash tones blend smoothly into your overall sound without overpowering, giving you the freedom to flow from ride patterns into accents and back again. This kind of dynamic versatility makes it a standout in any setup.
Built by SABIAN for Drummers Who Play Hard
When your gear needs to go the distance, SABIAN's build quality makes the difference. The HHX Complex Big Cup ride is forged with the same meticulous standards that define the entire HHX line—dual-hammered for tone, engineered for strength. Whether you're gigging night after night or tracking take after take, this cymbal holds its shape and keeps its voice sharp through it all.
Why the SABIAN HHX Complex Big Cup Ride Cymbal
If your ride cymbal needs to do more than keep time, the SABIAN HHX Complex Big Cup ride cymbal is ready to step up. With its warm wash, bold bell articulation and refined dual-hammered tone, it covers ground most rides can't. From subtle textures to driving backbeats, it adapts to you—not the other way around. Bring the clarity, character and craftsmanship of SABIAN to your kit with a cymbal built for true musical range.