Detail 01
Three loosely riveted bronze discs
The discs agitate each other when played to create the Chopper's distinctive raw sound.
Product detailSKU #1273887994175
SABIANChopper 12 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A unique three-disc bronze percussion effect built for short, raw bursts of tightly focused white noise.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Drummers and percussionists playing accents and rhythms
- Players who want an alternative to an X-hat
- Setups using a stand-mounted percussion effect or a snare-mounted slap sound
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who do not want a raw white-noise effect
- Players seeking a conventional cymbal sound
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Etched surfaces and special die-cut design
These features help create the short bursts of white noise.
Detail 03
12 in.
This is the stated size of this SABIAN Chopper model.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Its sound comes from three loosely riveted bronze discs that vibrate and agitate together.
- 02It can be used on a stand, in place of an X-hat, or laid on a snare drum.
- 03Sabian includes a one-year warranty.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does the Chopper sound like?
It produces quick, tightly focused white-noise accents and rhythms with a distinctive raw sound.
02How is the Chopper constructed?
It uses three bronze discs, including two cut into propeller-like shapes, loosely riveted together.
03How can it be used in a setup?
It fits on stands, can replace an X-hat, or can be laid on a snare drum for a techno-type slap.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
4 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
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- Source Id
- site51273887994175
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