Tama MXA73 - FASTCLAMP CLOSED HI HAT + QUICK SET TILTER
Estimated Shipping Widget will be displayed here!
- This item is covered for 3 years
Couldn't load pickup availability
Information
Information
Manufacturer Information
Tama
https://www.tama.com
------------------------
Safety manager:
Hoshino Europe
Email: info@hoshinoeurope.com
Address:
Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
This type of accessory, often called "closed hi-hat" or x-hat configuration, has become standard with modern double bass pedal playing and expanded setups. It meets the need to keep a hi-hat available (closed or slightly open) without relying on the left pedal, while offering fine adjustments to remain musical in demanding playing contexts.
Who This Closed Hi-Hat Is For
Designed for intermediate to advanced drummers who want to secure a consistent hi-hat during double bass pedal patterns. Perfect for metal, rock, hardcore, fusion, but also for live pop when a stable, articulate, and easily reproducible hi-hat sound from one song to another is desired.
Features and Innovations
The tension adjustment knob allows very precise control of the cymbal spacing: you can go from a crisp, tight hi-hat to a controlled opening without any looseness. The lower cymbal tilt adds a second level of adjustment: by changing the angle, you affect the contact pressure and ventilation, helping to find the balance point between attack, definition, and playing comfort.
Sound Characteristics
In closed hi-hat mode, the tension promotes a clean "chick" and a precise stick attack, ideal for fast and steady patterns. In semi-open mode, the lower cymbal angle changes how air escapes: the more air flows, the more the sound gains grain and sizzle, while maintaining clean control. These settings directly influence definition, sustain length, and stick feel, allowing you to tailor your hi-hat to the mix and style.
Questions frequently asked
Does this hi-hat clutch work with a double pedal?
This x-hat setup holds the hi-hat closed or slightly open without using the left pedal, freeing it up for double pedal use.
How is the closed hi-hat opening adjusted?
The tension adjustment knob allows setting the gap between the two cymbals. A tight setting produces a crisp sound, while a controlled opening adds more texture and sizzle.
What is the purpose of tilting the bottom cymbal?
The Quick Set Tilter lets you change the angle of the bottom cymbal. This tilt affects the contact pressure between the cymbals and also facilitates air circulation when playing with the hi-hat semi-open.
What sound can be expected from a Tama Fastclamp + Quick Set Tilter x-hat?
In the closed position, the accessory delivers a sharp 'chick' and precise stick attack, suitable for fast patterns.
For which styles is this closed hi-hat clutch suitable?
The constant hi-hat holding meets the needs of metal, rock, hardcore, and fusion setups. The adjustable tension also allows for stable articulation in live pop contexts.
