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Meinl Cymbals HCS13H HCS 13" Hihatplay button

Meinl Cymbals HCS13H HCS 13" Hihat

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13" HCS Hihatplay button

13" HCS Hihat

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14" HCS Hihat

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These brass alloy models HCS hi-hat cymbals sound and look great, and let you get into playing MEINL at very realistic prices. The HCS series from MEINL Cymbals is designed to offer all of the cymbal types and sizes normally found in professional lines to beginners, in order to deliver the same sound options a working drummer may look for. These HCS line hi-hats have gained immense popularity due to their versatility, durability and outstanding sound quality. When played closed, these hi-hats have a crisp "chick" sound along with warm undertones that carry over when played open. MEINL HCS cymbals are recommended for any style of music a beginner may be getting into while exploring their sound.

These are not those distractingly cheap, flimsy prop cymbals that come with most drum sets. No, MEINL HCS cymbals have impressive sound and sturdy feel geared toward beginner/intermediate players. Playing HCS cymbals will sound more like what you hear in actual songs, making the drums even more fun to play. Plus, they aren't going to fall apart, dent or bend after a few uses like stock cymbals.
MEINL HCS Hi-Hat Cymbal Pair 13 in.
MEINL HCS Hi-Hat Cymbal Pair 13 in.
MEINL HCS Hi-Hat Cymbal Pair 13 in.

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  • Includes top and bottom hi-hat cymbals
  • Articulate "chick" sound when played closed with a lower pitch sizzle played open
  • Easily transitions styles from jazz to rock, and blend great with a cajon too
  • Made in Germany with MS63 brass alloy for a clean, bright and crisp tone
  • Substantial thickness with well-formed surface grooves and hammer marks for defined sound without clangy or ear-piercing overtones

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One year replacement, parts, and labor warranty on all percussion products.

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Most Liked Positive Review

5

Good Deal

This cymbal may be inexpensive, but it has a good sound. However, don't be deceived by the picture. It isn't shiny. It's SUPER shiny! It also has a great bell sound.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Should have saved for a better set ...

Just bought these and played them at a gig. They dont sound awful for the price, but I wish I had saved my money and purchased a set of Paiste' or Zildjian. I would send them back if possible but I'm assuming its too late for that

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  • Excellent sound quality

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byMike

    fromTillamook

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I recently bought these and I'm very happy with them. They sound great on recording and rehearsing.

  • Sounds great

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byJim

    fromBristol TN

    I use these on a practice kit with an Evans mute. They work just fine.

  • Nice and inexpensive hihats

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byantonio

    fromundisclosed

    I use it in my acoustic set along with a cajon. I tried with rods,broomsticks and drumsticks. They all work perfectly. For the price it's a bargain.

  • Worth the price

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byLancer

    fromundisclosed

    Cool set , better than any I had before

  • Excellent

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byVivianne

    fromHilo, HI

    Our TAMA drum set is for my 13 year old son. He requested new cymbals and he loves them.

  • Should have saved for a better set ...

    3

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byJoseph

    fromundisclosed

    Just bought these and played them at a gig. They dont sound awful for the price, but I wish I had saved my money and purchased a set of Paiste' or Zildjian. I would send them back if possible but I'm assuming its too late for that

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