Gibraltar SC-4420 Hi-Hat Clutch

I was sick of being embarrassed when our drummer showed up at gigs asking the other bands for a lend of gear so I bought this to keep in my bass case for when he forgets his.

For that purpose this is a great choice. I don't play drums and can't comment on whether this clutch is any better or worse than any other - but at this reasonable price, and after using it at a few dozen shows so far I have no hesitation recommending this to anyone looking for a decently built clutch to use primarily or as an inexpensive spare to keep on hand for drummers and concerned bandmates alike.

If you've been around drum hardware for a while, then you know that Gibraltar makes some really well-build stuff. This hi-hat clutch is no exception.

I'm not a Gibraltar devotee, but I've never been disappointed by their stuff. I got this clutch as a replacement for one that came with a stand for the road. I wasn't expecting much with a $9 pricetag, but this little guy definitely holds up well under pressure. I've never had it slip on me in a set, and I've certainly let it hit the ground a few times.

Not much else to say. Great clutch to have on a kit.

I run a rehearsal rooms and we hire out clutches with our kits. Sadly they sometimes don't return!

I bought some more, these and the Sonor ones in the same price range.

I would say overall these are the better of the 2, based on feel and finish. They just feel like they'll last longer - but of course only time will tell!

This was actually my first issue with ordering from Thomann (after years and years) I ordered 3 and they only sent 1! I contacted them and initially was just getting "we're very busy right now, we'll get back when we can" emails... then after about a week I was contacted and they shipped out the missing 2. It was really easy to get the issue resolved and is another reason I keep coming back, even when it goes wrong it's never really any drama putting it right.