This open hi-hat features a blend of 70% white noise and 30% metallic cluster made from six square waves tuned to inharmonic frequencies between 263 and 845 Hz, with slight detuning between channels for stereo width. The sound is shaped by a 4th-order high-pass filter at 7.5 kHz to remove low and mid frequencies, followed by a band-pass around 12 kHz to emphasize brightness. An exponential decay envelope with a fast 2 ms attack and roughly 350 ms decay simulates a natural strike and open sustain, while tanh saturation adds harmonic grit characteristic of 90s house records.
It suits classic house and related electronic genres typically around 120 BPM, fitting well as a rhythmic texture in drum patterns. Layering with deeper kicks or snares can balance the high-frequency sizzle. In a mix, watch for excessive brightness or harshness since the sound is heavily filtered to emphasize high-end presence and may need subtle EQ or compression to sit smoothly.