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    So I had a spare set of hi-hats laying around so I decided to test out creating my own bottom vents for a quicker crisper sound.

    Here's my bottom hi-hat. Decided my placement and marked my drill holes


    For this I'm using a 3/4" hole saw bit.



    Slowing (and with using a spray lubricant to keep the bit cool) I drilled through the cymbal



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    went with four holes


    They are kinda rough around the edges lol


    So I busted out the dremel and cleaned up the holes smooth to the touch




    By the time I was done the baby was asleep so I didn't get to test them out yet.
    I am hoping to do that today! And I can't wait to compare them to the other matching set I have.

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    Awesome! It definitely made a difference on the 13" B8 hats when I drilled them. I just used a 1/2" drill bit and put 4 holes in the bottom bell. I had a hard time getting a clean cut with a hole saw when I made my ozone crash. The curvature of the cymbal makes it tough. The Dremel does a nice job of cleaning it up.
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    I did the same thing a few years ago to a Paiste Alpha bottom under a Giant beat top.. It is a nice change of pace
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    Nice job! I have two sets of hats with vents cut into the bottom cymbal. How do you like the mod?

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    I will be curious to know the results of this once you're able to test them out!

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    Nice... Let us know how you like 'em.
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    my Bionic hats are vented with 2 holes about a 1/4" smaller. Looking forward to your review
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