Meinl Hi-Hat Cymbals

Modern drummers concede that the hihats may be the most important cymbal in today's drum kit. Hi-hats are actually two cymbals that work together and can be played "open" with the top and bottom cymbals apart, or "closed" with both cymbals clamped firmly together by the foot pedal.

Hi-hats also invite experimentation among more ambitious drummers, and you'll find that you can get quite a few different sounds by striking the top cymbal and opening and closing the gap between the two cymbals at different speeds and distances. In contemporary music, hi-hat cymbals are most commonly used in R&B, urban hip-hop, club disco, jazz, reggae and rock 'n' roll settings.

Invest in exceptional, tonally superior Meinl Hi-Hat Cymbals and play every day to develop your skills and define your style. If you're a beginning drummer, consider the HCS Series that combines quality and value with superior sound. Meinl MCS and Classics Series are geared towards more experienced drummers and prove their worth when you're ready to take things to the next level.

Meinl has been making some of the world's finest cymbals for over 50 years. Their focus is on maximizing player satisfaction by creating cymbals that deliver the best possible sound and long-lasting performance. We offer dozens of Meinl hihats to choose from, and if you have questions, our friendly and knowledgeable team of percussion experts (many of whom are local drummers) is here ready to help.