Meinl Byzance Traditional 20" Polyphonic Crash Cymbal
Due to the popularity of the Byzance 21" Polyphonic Ride, Meinl have launched three new crashes that share the thin edges and thicker unlathed bells. These new crashes will project quickly with an explosive blast, and then immediately coming down to a quiet roar and short sustain. The bell offers another sonic voice with penetrating attack and volume when played alone.
Specifications
Cymbal Type: Crash
Size: 20"
Music Style: Rock, Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, R&B, Reggae, Studio, World
Pitch:Low-Mid
Character: Warm, Smooth
Timbre: Mid-Dark
Volume: Medium
Sustain: Medium
Lathe:Narrow Blade
Finish: Traditional
Material: B20 Bronze
Shaping:Hand Hammered
To Clean:Meinl Cymbal Polish / Meinl Cymbal Protectant
Meinl Byzance Traditional 19 inch Polyphonic Crash Cymbal
Due to the popularity of the Byzance 21" Polyphonic Ride cymbal, Meinl have launched three new crashes that share the thin edges and thicker unlathed bells. These new crashes will project quickly with an explosive blast, and then immediately coming down to a quiet roar and short sustain. The bell offers another sonic voice with penetrating attack and volume when played alone.
Specifications
Cymbal Type: Crash
Size: 19"
Music Style: Rock, Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, R&B, Reggae, Studio, World
Pitch:Low-Mid
Character: Warm, Smooth
Timbre: Mid-Dark
Volume: Medium
Sustain: Medium
Lathe:Narrow Blade
Finish: Traditional
Material: B20 Bronze
Shaping:Hand Hammered
To Clean:Meinl Cymbal Polish / Meinl Cymbal Protectant
The Meinl Byzance Dual Splash is a very unique cymbal. It's got a fast, sensitive response coupled with a very fast decay. Extremely crisp and trashy sound with cutting overtones.
The Dual Splash has a crisp, dark sound with very sharp overtones and is well suited to Jazz, Funk, RnB and similar styles.
The Meinl Byzance Polyphonic Ride Cymbal is designed to give drummers a cymbal with distinctive multiple zones. It rapidly responds when crashed and fully opens up when wash riding. A raw and large sized bell provides a clear and dry sound.
Specifications
Cymbal Type: Ride
Size: 21”
Music Style: Rock, Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, RnB, Reggae, Studio & World
The Byzance Vintage Smack Stack features three B20 bronze discs shaped to create a distinctive 'clap' or 'electronic snare sound' sound effect. The stack can be manipulated by adjusting the tension of the cymbal stand’s wing nut. Increased tension produces a crisp attack and short decay ideal for quick accents, while loose settings yield a longer sustain. Works well when paired with a snare drum for enhanced back beats, or as an alternative to your snare altogether. The discs are sized 10”, 12”, and 14”.
Specifications
Cymbal Type: Smack Stack
Size: 10", 12" 14"
Music Style: Pop, Fusion, Funk, R&B, Studio, Electro
Meinl Byzance Traditional 18 inch Polyphonic Crash Cymbal
Due to the popularity of the Byzance 21" Polyphonic Ride, Meinl have launched three new crashes that share the thin edges and thicker un-lathed bells. These new Traditional Polyphonic crashes will project quickly with an explosive blast, and then immediately calming down to a quiet roar with short sustain. The bell offers another sonic voice with penetrating attack and volume when played alone.
Specifications
Cymbal Type: Crash
Size: 18"
Music Style: Rock, Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, R&B, Reggae, Studio, World
Pitch: Low-Mid
Character: Warm, Smooth
Timbre: Mid-Dark
Volume: Medium
Sustain: Medium
Lathe: Narrow Blade
Finish: Traditional
Material: B20 Bronze
Shaping: Hand Hammered
To Clean: Meinl Cymbal Polish / Meinl Cymbal Protectant
The Meinl Byzance Dual 16" crash features a truly stunning contrast of extra dry and brilliant finishes with a unique combination of hammering and lathing. Dual playing zones for riding and crashing. Opens up easily for trashy accents.
Byzance Traditional Medium Hi-Hat Cymbals offer a wide dynamic spectrum with a soft, warm sound. Unobtrusive and controlled open Hi-Hat sound with a crisp chick.
Specifications
Cymbal Type: Hi-hats
Size: 14"
Music Style: Rock, Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, R&B, Reggae, Studio, World
Pitch: High-Mid
Character: Warm, Smooth
Timbre: Mid-Bright
Volume: Medium
Sustain: Medium
Lathe: Narrow Blade
Finish: Traditional
Material: B20 Bronze
Shaping: Hand Hammered
To Clean: Meinl Cymbal Cleaner, Meinl Cymbal Protectant
The Meinl 22” polyphonic ride was designed to give drummers a cymbal with multiple zones. It rapidly responds when crashed and fully opens when wash riding. A raw and big-sized bell features a clear, dry sound.
Meinl Byzance Traditional 19" Extra Thin Hammered Crash Cymbal
The Meinl Byzance Traditional 19’’ Extra-Thin Crash is a high-quality cymbal created for the professional gigging drummer. Constructed from B20 bronze and featuring a stunning traditional finish, this cymbal can withstand all the pressures of constant use. This extra-thin traditional crash offers low pitch tones with complementary blends of mid to high frequencies.
The standard lathing on the cymbal surface and deep hammerings provide an overall dark and trashy tonality. Ideal for subtle playing styles like jazz and pop, this cymbal requires a minimum amount of playing force to achieve a full sound. With a quality look and high-end sound, this crash is certain to be a welcome addition to any drummers cymbal collection.
Specifications
Cymbal Type: Crash
Size: 19"
Music Style: Rock, Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, R&B, Reggae, Studio, World
Pitch: High-Mid
Character: Warm, Smooth
Timbre: Mid-Bright
Volume: Medium
Sustain: Medium
Lathe: Narrow Blade
Finish: Traditional
Material: B20 Bronze
Shaping: Hand Hammered
To Clean: Meinl Cymbal Cleaner, Meinl Cymbal Protectant
Living up to their name, the Meinl Byzance Dual cymbals are extremely dry, with low-pitched, trashy sounds and short sustain. The raw unlathed surfaces and extensive hand hammering suggest that their sound might be loud and fierce. In reality, the Extra Dry series reveals its dark, earthy tones and comes to life when played at lower volumes.
Stunning contrast of extra dry and brilliant finish with a unique combination of hammering and lathing. Versatile and dynamic with full-bodied sound.
Specifications
Cymbal Type: Hi-Hats
Size: 15"
Music Style: Gospel, Funk, Fusion, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Studio
Living up to their name, these cymbals are extremely dry, with low-pitched, trashy sounds and short sustain. The raw unlathed surfaces and extensive hand hammering suggest that their sound might be loud and fierce. In reality, the Extra Dry series reveals its dark, earthy tones and comes to life when played at lower volumes.
This Unique lightweight crash has an extremely dry and low pitched sound. Trashy overtones, soft response with a fast decay creating an overall “dryness.”
Meinl Byzance Traditional 18" Extra Thin Hammered Crash Cymbal
Byzance Traditional feature hammered and lathed surfaces, warm sounds and a selection of models that may be very traditional, but these cymbals are the ultimate choice when it comes to versatility. Rides with a buttery-soft feel. Crashes that range from dark and shimmering with thin models, to powerful and focused with heavier ones. Traditional tone and sonic individuality come together in each of these cymbals
The extreme light weight and the extensive hammer patterns result in a dark, trashy sound with a wide spread and a long sustain. An exceptional crash cymbal!
A gorgeous sounding crash that will sound fully at home in any cymbal setup, and able to fulfil a number of roles, this Meinl Byzance Traditional 16" Medium Thin Crash Cymbal is outstanding. Washy, smooth, a little bright and yet delivering a slightly dark tone, this is a cymbal that will meet the needs of any genre, be it rock, pop, fusion or even reggae.
Though of course not the main focus of any cymbal, this cymbal really looks stunning. The traditional finish paired with the Byzance logo is something special. The Meinl Byzance Traditional 16" Medium Thin Crash Cymbal is a lot more than just its looks though. The medium thin weight of this B20 cymbal paired with the 16” size delivers a warm and smooth character. Though the high mids are prominent, this cymbal is still somehow a little dark, and it is this pairing that allows this cymbal to be as adaptable as it is. The sustain is a medium length which allows it to ring out, but not so long as to muddy up your mix. The result is an incredible cymbal.
The Meinl Byzance Extra Dry 14" Medium Hi-hat cymbals offer a warm and slightly trashy sound like your favourite old-school recording. They feature a unlathed finish on the top side of the cymbal for a vintage grit and sizzle while still being articulate. Sensitive enough to not overpower the mix.
Specifications
Cymbal Type: Hi Hats
Size: 14"
Music Style: Jazz, Funk, R&B, Studio, Electro
Pitch: Low
Character: Esoteric, Dry
Timbre: Dark
Volume: Low
Sustain: Short
Lathe: None (top side)
Finish: Raw
Material: B20 Bronze
Shaping: Hand Hammered
To Clean: Meinl Cymbal Cleaner / Meinl Cymbal Protectant
21" Byzance Transition Ride Perfect transition from articulate sticking to wide open crashing while never loosing the stick definition. Clear sticking and a present, but not overpowering, bell. Outstanding versatile ride cymbal.
MEINL Byzance cymbals are completely hand hammered into shape and satisfy the highest demands. Every Byzance cymbal is a piece of art and has its own unique sound characteristics which can never be duplicated. B20 Bronze Alloy Hand hammered into shape Utmost in musicality Extensive range Byzance Traditional Traditional finish cymbals have a completely lathed surface and a warm, smooth and rich sound. The harmonic spectrum has slightly dominant mids. Byzance Traditional Medium Thin Crashes Washy and fairly dark sound with a full frequency spectrum.
Meinl 18" Byzance Dual Crash cymbal offers a stunning contrast of their extra dry and brilliant finish with a unique combination of hammering and lathing. Dual playing zones for riding and crashing. Opens up easily for trashy accents, and projects nicely along the way.
Meinl Byzance Dual cymbals have quickly risen in popularity and become instantly recognizable for their unique look and sound. The centre is raw, bearing hand-hammered markings, while the edge is lathed and buffed to a brilliant finish. The sound is similar to the look: trashy, earthy and low at first, ending with a flash of explosive brilliance. Made in Turkey from B20 bronze, hand-hammered into shape, raw finish in centre, and narrow blade lathing with brilliant finish on edges.
Matt Garstka’s signature Equilibrium ride features a piercing bell that works in aggressive music, a nice stick attack with pleasing overtones for jazz-like patterns that are common in progressive music, and a crash-ability that doesn’t interfere with the former two attributes. "We didn't rush anything and I feel very good about that," says Matt. "We came up with something that has a great spread to it. This is in full balance. It has the full range of expression that I was looking for in a ride."
*please note due to being a brand new product launch the estimated shipping date is the middle of January.
These hihats are expressive through their varying profile with thin edges and a thicker, unlathed bell. Their medium thin weight in the bow allows them to be very versatile and live up to their Polyphonic name. When closed, these hihats deliver tight grooves with just the right balance of attack and air underneath. When you need power, open them up to hear the unlathed bell add a dark roar to the wash. The bell also provides the foundation for a solid chick with your foot.
Featuring a raw hammered bell and lathed bow, this splash cymbal speaks with a clear punch and crisp shimmer. It produces cutting top-end presence for a great, all-around splash that can be used anywhere you need quick accents.
Signature ride of Ralph Peterson. Full bodied jazz sound with a complex frequency spread and overall sonic warmth. Includes rivets for enhanced sound options.
The additional 8" & 16" Smack Stack cymbals are designed to go with the standard 10"/12"/14" set more sound variations, more volume and a fatter tone.
Styles: Pop, Fusion, Funk, R&B, Studio, Electro Timbre: Dark Character: Experimental, Vintage, Dry Pitch: Low Volume: Medium to Low Sustain: Short Weight: Medium Finish: Dark, Raw Material: B20 Bronze
Give your cymbal line-up an upgrade with two of Meinl's finest crash cymbals!
Upgrade Your Sound
The Meinl Byzance Assorted Crash Cymbal Set is a fine purchase for any drummer looking to up their set current cymbal game. Consisting of a 16" Vintage Trash Crash and an Extra Dry 18" Thin Crash, both come with not only a one of a kind sound but also unique finishes. Presented with a sandblasted, raw finish, both of these fine cymbals will guarantee you indisputable next-level quality in the studio and on the stage.
Meinl Byzance Assorted Crash Cymbal Set Features:
Impressive crash cymbal assortment from Meinl's Byzance series
Pack includes 16" Trash Crash and 18" Thin Crash
Raw Finish to provide a look as compelling as their sounds
Made from B20 Bronze alloy for world-class tones and construction
Controlled and Clear
Sounding as interesting as it looks, the Meinl Byzance Vintage 16" Trash Crash is the perfect addition to any kit if they're looking for minimal sustain and clear stick definition show after show. With a sound that can only be described as deep and macabre, it has an earthy washy voice that isn't too loud or too quiet, giving you absolute control whilst hitting with force.
Short, Dry Sustain
The Meinl Byzance Extra Dry 18" Thin Crash is a cymbal that does exactly what it says in the name. Boasting an extremely crisp, guttural and trashy voice, this thin crash maintains a short sustain, ensuring the ring is short and sweet. Perfect for versatile players.
Meinl Byzance Assorted Crash Cymbal Set Specifications:
The Meinl Byzance Dual 18'' Trash China Cymbal is a quick-acting, trashy crash that gets out the way - quick! Already known for its trashy tonality, the Meinl Dual China now has holes throughout. These holes increase the trashy, white noise-esque timbre and quickly moves out of the way to let other cymbals sing. This china is great for accenting moments in music and adding dynamic impact thanks to this combination of trash and sustain. Made from B20 bronze, musicality is naturally abundant from this cymbal and has a great feel when played. Can also be used as a trashy timbre in a large stack.
Specifications
Cymbal Type: China
Size: 18"
Music Style: Gospel, Funk, Fusion, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Studio
The Meinl Artist Concept Model series cymbals are a new line of effects cymbals from Meinl, featuring a range of unique and innovate cymbal designs, each offering a whole new level of creative possibility for use at the player's disposal. With four artist-inspired cymbals currently available, you can be sure to find a cymbal to match your drumming style or genre. Alternatively, you can choose a cymbal which is beyond the realms of your current style, and use it to experiment and explore new ways of drumming. The aim of the Artist Concept cymbals is to provide artists and drummers with a refreshing new element in their setup, and allowing them to expand upon their drumming capabilities and skills.
Features
18" hi-hats with a big bite and full body
Created by Anika Nilles and Meinl R&D
Crafted from 2 real Byzance cymbals
Bridges the gap between crashes and hats
Soft, dark wash
Just the right amount of trashiness
Top perforations dry out decay and prevent airlock
The Meinl Artist Concept Model series cymbals are a new line of effects cymbals from Meinl, featuring a range of unique and innovate cymbal designs, each offering a whole new level of creative possibility for use at the player's disposal. With four artist-inspired cymbals currently available, you can be sure to find a cymbal to match your drumming style or genre. Alternatively, you can choose a cymbal which is beyond the realms of your current style, and use it to experiment and explore new ways of drumming. The aim of the Artist Concept cymbals is to provide artists and drummers with a refreshing new element in their setup, and allowing them to expand upon their drumming capabilities and skills.
Features
18" hi-hats with a big bite and full body
Created by Anika Nilles and Meinl R&D
Crafted from 2 real Byzance cymbals
Bridges the gap between crashes and hats
Soft, dark wash
Just the right amount of trashiness
Top perforations dry out decay and prevent airlock