I play it for 8 years this is my first hi-hat. A good plan because very versatile and inexpensive in OCCAZ. Unlike other hi-hats in this price range, the harmonics are controlled and enjoyable, even the PST 5 seem to me below. Remarkable finish, we still wonder if it is new. In short if you beginners and you see a 4o2 Charley, presto go for it. The ride is nice too, but the bell is not top. In short it is a far cry from the hi-hat 302 and better than PST5.