Zildjian A Master Sound Hi Hat Cymbals

The “Mastersound” line adds a special hammered / scalloped outer-edge on the bottom cymbal, which lets trapped air escape when the hats close — eliminating “air-lock” that can cause slow, muffled “chick” sounds. 

This results in a fast, clean, articulate “chick” — crisp, consistent, and well defined.

The pair retains the classic “A Zildjian” tonal character: generally bright, expressive, with good presence and “bite.”

Specs (for the 14"): diameter 14", weight around Medium/Medium-Heavy (top ~1020 g, bottom ~1434 g median) according to cymbal-wiki data.

Great for live playing, rock/pop, and louder band settings — their bright “chick” and strong projection help hi-hat cuts through mixes.

They offer consistent, articulate hats: nice definition and clarity when closed; quick response on foot — ideal for grooves with steady hi-hat footwork.

Because of the “air-vent” design, the hats close cleanly without sucking or muffling, which also helps in studio recording or tight monitoring situations.