What bottom for my Paiste 2002 Heavy hi-hat top?

[Velimor]

So I just got a 13" 2002 heavy hi-hat top used at Guitar Center. I've been looking for the bottom on the internet, but I haven't been able to find one. What would you guys recommend for the bottom? I (and my friend, who also uses the kit) play mostly death and black metal, so we need something powerful and cutting. Does anyone know of a site where I can find the bottom half?

Thanks for your help.

[evans_69]

i know i sounds a bit strange but i think a 13" Sabian AAX-AA-HH Fusion bottom would sound nice with that top.. either that or find a heavy Paiste bottom.. the bottom cymbal i would say needs to be a bit heavier..as in finding one i dont know..

[nickg]

i've been using 14" 2002 heavy hats for years. but i decided to buy an Alpha Sound Edge bottom to pair with my top cymbal and it just KILLS!!! and you don't have to break the bank.

[Goody602]

Is that an older model 2oo2? I didn't think they made heavy's in 13" anymore, maybe that's why you can't find the bottom. You could get a signature heavy bottom in 13," but since you got a used top I'm guessing you'd probably like to pay less than ridiculous prices in which case a sig definitely wouldn't be the way to go.

If you haven't already done so, I'd type in '13" hi-hats' on eBay and see what you search results you get, people knock eBay but I've gotten some good stuff for cheap. I know I see 2oo2 heavy's pop up every couple weeks.

[SLEEPY BRiGHT EYEZ]

Too bad it's a 13". I have an Alpha 14" Power hat bottom here for no particular reason. It does make a nice effect cymbal though.

[Velimor]

Yeah, I've checked ebay and haven't found anything yet. Most people sell the sets, rather than the bottom and top individually. I think I might've found a place that'll sell the Alpha Sound Edge bottom. The Sabian's might be a little pricey for me, but I'll check them out too. Thanks for your replies.

[nickg]

it seems like Paiste doesn't have 13" in the Alpha series.

they do have SE in 13" in the 2002 and Sigs and also have "Heavy" in the Sigs as well.

[Tama Player]

Me and my dad have been using Paiste 2oo2 Heavy Hi-Hats for about 18 years now...it still has it! Hmmm...but what bottom......

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