The Sabian AAX Stage Hi-Hat Cymbal Top is highly responsive, with bright, clean sounds that cut through clearly at any volume. Sabian cymbals with a brilliant finish are highly buffed and preserved under a clear protective lacquer coating.Sabian AAX cymbals deliver pure, bright shimmering tones. Like stainless steel, AAX is cool, modern, and extremely efficient. With its streamlined design and sound-shaping Auto-Focus Response feature, AAX is the ultimate breakthrough in modern cymbal making. AAX cymbals deliver the freedom to sound great in any music.