FULL REVIEW: LEMON HI-HAT CYMBAL AND CONTROLLER

An in depth review of Lemon's Hi-Hat cymbal and sensor/controller, from how to order online, through the shipping and unboxing process, to my thoughts on it's playability and overall quality. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU THINK ABOUT BUYING A LEMON HI HAT.
0:00 Introduction
1:56 Ordering from Alibaba
3:22 Shipping expectations
4:21 Unboxing
6:04 Closer Look
6:47 Issues with the Product
9:17 Hi Hat Assembly & Setup
10:25 Controller Assembly & Setup
11:53 Roland TD-17 Module Setup
12:42 Playability Demo
15:04 Overall Thoughts and Review

[@scottmcbride2237]

I fix the wobble with a thick felt washer under the clutch. Easy and cheap fix.

[@seanmarshall5569]

A very fair and thorough review. I’d love to see an A/B video w the Roland!

[@myfavoritedrumgear]

Thank you! be sure to check out my update on this video at kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHLLqXWYlLR4mas

[@Therockandrollagenda]

I appreciate your review. What are the chances of this sensor working with DIY low volume cymbals sitting on top of? I'm guessing it wouldn't seat within a hihat cymbal hole; but rather cymbal bottom seated atop the button?

[@myfavoritedrumgear]

The bottom of the Hi hat clutch is what actually presses the plunger to activate the open/closed sounds. So if I’m understanding you, you want to simply place the low volume hi hat bottom on top of the controller, then use your top hi hat with the clutch? Then pressing the pedal would bring the cymbals together, then further to press the plunger? I think there are a whole lot of variables that would keep this from working effectively. That said, let me see if I can get a hold of some low volume hats and give it a try.

[@martindusbiber2159]

Good morning, do you know if this will work with DDrum sound modules? I have a DD5X and I am trying to find a stand mount type controller that will work and ca't seem to get any help. Thank you.

[@myfavoritedrumgear]

Sorry- I don't have a DDrum module to test with. I'll keep an eye out for a used module in the hopes that I can test Ddrum compatibility with future products. Thanks for watching!

[@Justin-xk7yj]

Hi there. Lemon released their new 2-piece hi-hat a while ago, are you planning to review that?

[@myfavoritedrumgear]

I’m hoping to- I’ve heard mixed reviews so far, so I’d like to get my hands on one. Thanks for watching!

[@Justin-xk7yj]

@@myfavoritedrumgear I haven't seen any reviews of that hi-hat so far.

[@Materialgirllive]

I just got them. The clutch won't fit a standard hihat stand. I tried a work around with parts from my vh11 set up. I could get it to work but the sensitivity compared to the Roland is lacking. Had I not had the other parts I wouldn't have had a way to try them.

[@yaroslavleshchukh]

Thanks 👍

[@lynyrdskynyrd8561]

swings a lot when hit

[@myfavoritedrumgear]

yes- I posted an update video on how to fix the swinging, and I understand that Lemon has since addressed the issue. Thanks for watching!

[@CamiloMoyaBaterista]

Muy suelto, debes apretarlo más