maybe drums?
maybe drums?
A drop clutch is a device that allows a drummer to close the hi-hat with a single stroke of a drumstick so that, while the drummer is using both feet to play two bass drum pedals, the drummer can play his sticks on the closed hi-hat. Without a drop clutch device on the hi hat, when the drummer takes his foot off the hi hat in order to play the second bass drum pedal, the hi hat stays open. The "stuck open" top hi hat does not lend itself to being played repetitively with a stick. The drop clutch, when struck once with a drumstick, allows the top hi hat cymbal to fall down onto the bottom hi hat cymbal by using gravity. Therefore, although the drummer is no longer using his or her foot to keep the hi hat closed, the drummer can play sticks on the closed hi hat cymbals while using his hi hat foot on a second bass drum pedal. When the drummer is ready to open and close the hi hat by foot, stepping on the hi hat pedal re-engages the drop clutch so that the top and bottom hi hat cymbals are held open again.
Hi hat was black.
The hi-hat notation in drumming is typically represented by an "x" placed on the top line of the musical staff, indicating the use of the hi-hat cymbal in a specific rhythm pattern.
Hi-hat
The frequency range of a hi-hat cymbal typically falls between 1,000 Hz to 10,000 Hz.
To play the open hi-hat symbol in drumming, strike the hi-hat with the drumstick while keeping the foot pedal pressed down to keep the cymbals apart. This creates a sustained sound.
To improve the sound of your hi-hat, you can try adjusting the tension of the hi-hat clutch, experimenting with different cymbals, or using felt or tape to dampen the sound. Additionally, cleaning the cymbals regularly can help maintain their sound quality.
The hi-hat evolved over several years and several different designs. There's lots more information at the link below.
Hi-hat cymbals are typically made out of a metal alloy, often including bronze, brass, or a combination of both. These alloys are chosen for their durability, resonance, and tonal characteristics, which impact the sound produced when the cymbals are struck.
It is the large cymbal on a drum kit
Yes, in most cases it does matter. Usually the bottom hi-hat will be a little more flat. Sometimes depending on the model - it might even tell you which is which. Sometimes the bottom hi-hat has holes in it to allow air to escape.