R2112
Silver Member
Hello Yamaha gear users!
What Yamaha Hi-Hat models do you use and gig with? What do you like and dislike about them? I'm looking for a good gigging Yamaha Hi-Hat. I've decided to get rid of my DW 5000. Too bulky and heavy. Plus some of the adjustments are a bit frustrating. I don't need top of the line Yamaha but I'm wanting a solid performer that is relatively light, easy break down and set up, has a good range in height adjustment and has a smooth, solid action. A locking clutch would be nice but not a deal breaker if I don't have one. I don't keep my hats at a very high height but I do often mount a tambourine above my hats. So I need a little room left on the rod above the hats. That's the one thing I liked about the DW was that it comes with two rod lengths and I can raise the hats fairly high if needed.
I've read great reviews about the Yamaha HS740, HS850 and HS1200. I'm fairly certain one of those models are what I'll end up with. Thank you all in advance for your experiences and insight.
What Yamaha Hi-Hat models do you use and gig with? What do you like and dislike about them? I'm looking for a good gigging Yamaha Hi-Hat. I've decided to get rid of my DW 5000. Too bulky and heavy. Plus some of the adjustments are a bit frustrating. I don't need top of the line Yamaha but I'm wanting a solid performer that is relatively light, easy break down and set up, has a good range in height adjustment and has a smooth, solid action. A locking clutch would be nice but not a deal breaker if I don't have one. I don't keep my hats at a very high height but I do often mount a tambourine above my hats. So I need a little room left on the rod above the hats. That's the one thing I liked about the DW was that it comes with two rod lengths and I can raise the hats fairly high if needed.
I've read great reviews about the Yamaha HS740, HS850 and HS1200. I'm fairly certain one of those models are what I'll end up with. Thank you all in advance for your experiences and insight.