{"product_id":"meinl-pa14qsh-pure-alloy-quick-sand-hat-14-signature-benny-greb-409158","title":"14\" Pure Alloy Quick Sand Hat - Benny Greb Signature","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning in the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Quick Sand Hats 14 fit within Benny Greb's sought-after sound universe: an articulated, musical, and controlled hi-hat reminiscent of jazz-funk and fusion recordings from the 70s and 80s. This \"old school\" approach is achieved without sacrificing modern precision, thanks to a design aimed at providing consistent response and a wide dynamic range. Within the Meinl \u003cstrong\u003ePure Alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e family, this model stands out with its sanded finish and \"dry and vintage\" oriented design, while maintaining the series' signature: clear stick definition and a fast feel under the hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Drum\/Instrument Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese 14-inch hi-hat cymbals are intended for \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to expert drummers\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking an expressive, precise, and easy-to-control hi-hat, especially at moderate volumes. They excel in \u003cstrong\u003ejazz\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efunk\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efusion\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epop\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003estudio\u003c\/strong\u003e settings, where a clean \"chick,\" readable closing, and controlled opening are desired. If you appreciate dry textures, detailed right-hand grooves, and nuanced left-foot work, this set is designed to effortlessly follow you from soft ghost notes to sharper accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe key concept of the Quick Sand Hats lies in the combination of two complementary bronzes: the \u003cstrong\u003eB12\u003c\/strong\u003e for the top cymbal provides a clear attack and transparent stick definition, while the \u003cstrong\u003eB20\u003c\/strong\u003e bottom cymbal adds body, warmth, and a rounder feel on closing. The \u003cstrong\u003esanded finish\u003c\/strong\u003e contributes to this dry, pre-aged feel, with natural sustain control and very stable response in low dynamics, particularly appreciated in recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnother decisive element is the \u003cstrong\u003esound notch\u003c\/strong\u003e on the bottom cymbal: by preventing air from being trapped between the two cymbals, it facilitates closing, clarifies the \"chick,\" and makes the opening more controllable. This detail, inspired by modifications observed on vintage cymbals used in the 70s and 80s, also improves footwork consistency during fast patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith their B12 plus B20 combination and sanded surface, these Quick Sand Hats offer a \u003cstrong\u003emedium-dark\u003c\/strong\u003e sound that is both clear and smooth. The top cymbal emphasizes precise definition: stick hits stand out clearly, helping to maintain a readable groove even in a busy mix. Meanwhile, the B20 bottom cymbal provides a warmer foundation that rounds out the timbre and gives a sense of depth, without turning the hi-hat into an overwhelming \"wash.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe result: a \u003cstrong\u003eclear and controlled chick\u003c\/strong\u003e, an \u003cstrong\u003eagile opening\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003emedium to short sustain\u003c\/strong\u003e, very useful for funk, modern pop, and studio work. The \u003cstrong\u003eupper-mid pitch\u003c\/strong\u003e maintains sufficient presence at low volume, and the \u003cstrong\u003evintage and dry\u003c\/strong\u003e character promotes clean articulation in double strokes, right-hand accents, and left-foot variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ePure Alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eHi-hat\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e14 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ePop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, Studio\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eB20 Bronze, B12 Bronze\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eHand-hammered, Computerized hammering\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eNarrow, precise groove\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eSanded\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eVintage, dry\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eMedium to short\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eMedium to low\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTimbre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eMedium-dark\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePitch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eUpper-mid\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eNot recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Meinl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54360145199379,"sku":"409158","price":495.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/07013e03444cef45041ed40a050202cfcef5c56c_MEINL_PA14QSH.jpg?v=1787378327","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/meinl-14-pure-alloy-quick-sand-hat-benny-greb-signature-409158","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}