Zildjian L80 Low Volume 14" Hi-Hat Cymbal Pair
The L80 Low Volume HiHats 14" is a hi-hat 80% quieter than a traditional one, made of real cymbals with a Zildjian feel. It lets you work on hi-hat foot and hand technique without disturbing the neighbours.
What sets it apart
- 14" pair, 80% quieter
- Real cymbal, real feel
- Thin weight
- Sandblasted matte finish
The hi-hat, minus the noise
The hi-hat is often the most played cymbal on a kit, and the most tiring over time. By cutting the volume by 80%, the 14" L80 lets you practise for long stretches in an apartment, a shared room or a lesson.
A very short sound
Sound Lab rates the pair 8 for brightness, 10 for dryness, 1 for definition and 1 for sustain. The sound is clear and dies at once: the goal is practice, not the colour of a stage hi-hat.
Specifications
| Diameter | 14" |
|---|---|
| Contents | Pair, top and bottom |
| Weight | Thin |
| Volume reduction | 80% |
| Finish | Matte, sandblasted |
| Family | L80 Low Volume |
| Brightness | 8/10 |
| Dryness | 10/10 |
| Definition | 1/10 |
| Sustain | 1/10 |
What it's for
- Practice in an apartment or dorm
- Shared lesson room
- Completing an L80 set
Compared with other manufacturers
Other makers offer 14" practice hi-hats, alone or in sets:
| Manufacturer | Offer | Format | Stated feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zildjian | L80 Low Volume HiHats | 14", pair | 80% quieter |
| Sabian | Quiet Tone QTPC504 | Set from 14" | Traditional feel |
| Evans | dB One | 14" | Nano-plated alloy |
| Meinl | Practice HCS 14/16/20 | Set from 14" | Brass, hole pattern |
Frequently asked questions
- Which hi-hats let you practise quietly?
- A low-volume hi-hat like this one, 80% quieter, which keeps a real feel.
- Is it suitable for kids?
- Zildjian aims it at practice and lessons; the low volume also spares young ears.
- How do you put it on the stand?
- Like a regular hi-hat: the bottom on the cup, the top on the clutch.
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