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Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals at Into Music Store UK

Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals — Raw, Dark, and Deeply Personal

The Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals are built around one defining quality: feel. With a soft, buttery stick response and low, dark tonalities, these B20 bronze cymbals deliver a deeply personal sound that rewards expressive, sensitive playing. Large, deep dimpling on many models boosts dryness and darkness further, giving the Byzance Vintage a raw, organic character that is unlike anything else in the Meinl range. Into Music Store is an authorised Meinl dealer and home to the Meinl Cymbal Lounge in Horncastle, Lincolnshire.

Not sure which Byzance Vintage cymbal is right for you? Call us on 01507 526517 for expert advice, or order online with UK next day delivery available.

Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals — What's Available

  • Splashes — 10" standard and Trash Splash
  • Hi-Hats — 14" and 16" Pure Hi-Hats, plus Benny Greb Sand Hi-Hats and Matt Garstka Equilibrium Hi-Hats
  • Crashes — 16" to 22" in standard, Pure, Trash Crash, and Benny Greb Sand variants
  • Rides — 20" to 22" Pure Ride, Pure Light Ride, Sand Ride, Sand Crash-Ride, and Chris Coleman C² Ride
  • Chinas — 20" Matt Garstka Equilibrium China
  • Smack Stack — 10"/12"/14" and 8"/16" Add-On configurations

Meinl Byzance Vintage Signature Models

  • Benny Greb Sand Series — Sand Hi-Hats (14", 16"), Sand Crashes (18" Medium and Thin), Sand Ride (20", 22"), Sand Crash-Ride (22"), Quick Sand Ride (18"), and complete Sand Cymbal Sets
  • Matt Garstka Equilibrium — 14" Equilibrium Hi-Hats, 22" Equilibrium Ride, and 20" Equilibrium China
  • Chris Coleman C² Ride (21") — a signature ride designed for versatile, expressive playing

Looking for a different character? Explore the Byzance Traditional, Byzance Brilliant, Byzance Extra Dry, Byzance Jazz, Byzance Dark, or Byzance Dual series. Not sure which Byzance series is right for you? Visit us in our Horncastle showroom or call us on 01507 526517 for expert advice, or order online with UK next day delivery available.

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Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals UK — Into Music Store

The Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals are one of the most distinctive and expressive series in the entire Byzance range. Built around a soft, buttery stick feel and low, dark tonalities, these hand-hammered B20 bronze cymbals deliver a raw, organic character that is deeply personal and musical. Large, deep dimpling on many models adds further dryness and darkness, making the Byzance Vintage a favourite for drummers who want a sound with real character and individuality.

The range covers splashes in 10" standard and Trash Splash, hi-hats in 14" and 16" Pure alongside the Benny Greb Sand Hi-Hats and Matt Garstka Equilibrium Hi-Hats, crashes from 16" to 22" in standard, Pure, Trash Crash, and Benny Greb Sand variants, and rides in 20" to 22" spanning Pure Ride, Pure Light Ride, Sand Ride, Sand Crash-Ride, and the Chris Coleman C² Ride. The iconic Smack Stack is available in a 10"/12"/14" configuration and an 8"/16" Add-On. The Benny Greb Sand series is the standout of the range — a collection of cymbals developed with the acclaimed German drummer that delivers an earthy, sandy texture and a uniquely dry, controlled tone. Complete Sand Cymbal Sets are also available for drummers who want to build a full Benny Greb-inspired setup. The Matt Garstka Equilibrium models bring a different character — complex, layered, and harmonically rich — across hi-hats, ride, and china.

For drummers searching for Meinl Byzance Vintage cymbals UK, a cymbal store UK, or a drum shop near me with a genuine selection of Meinl cymbals on display, Into Music Store is an authorised Meinl dealer and home to the Meinl Cymbal Lounge in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. Browse the full Byzance collection or the complete Meinl cymbals range for more options. UK next day delivery is available on all orders. Not sure which Byzance Vintage cymbal is right for you? Visit us in Horncastle or call us on 01507 526517 for expert advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals are defined by their soft, buttery stick feel and low, dark, organic tonalities. Large, deep dimpling on many models boosts dryness and darkness further, giving them a raw, personal character unlike anything else in the Byzance range. They are a favourite for drummers who want a sound with real individuality and expressive depth. Into Music Store is an authorised Meinl dealer with UK next day delivery available.
The Benny Greb Sand series is a collection of signature Byzance Vintage cymbals developed with the acclaimed German drummer Benny Greb. The Sand models feature a unique earthy, sandy texture that produces a dry, controlled, and deeply musical tone. Available in hi-hats (14", 16"), crashes (18" Medium and Thin), rides (20", 22"), a Sand Crash-Ride (22"), a Quick Sand Ride (18"), and complete Sand Cymbal Sets. UK next day delivery available at Into Music Store.
The Meinl Byzance Vintage Smack Stack is one of the most iconic cymbal stacks in the world, available in a 10"/12"/14" configuration and an 8"/16" Add-On. It delivers a short, trashy, explosive sound that has become a signature element of modern drumming — particularly associated with Benny Greb's playing style. UK next day delivery available at Into Music Store.
The Matt Garstka Equilibrium models are signature Byzance Vintage cymbals developed with the Animals as Leaders drummer. Available in 14" hi-hats, a 22" ride, and a 20" china, the Equilibrium models deliver a complex, layered, harmonically rich tone that reflects Matt's technical and musical approach to drumming. UK next day delivery available at Into Music Store.
Yes — Into Music Store is home to the Meinl Cymbal Lounge at our showroom in Horncastle, Lincolnshire, where you're welcome to hear Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals played in person. Our team can help you compare models across the Byzance range and find the right sound for your playing style. Call us on 01507 526517 to arrange a visit.
Into Music Store is an authorised Meinl dealer and stocks the full Meinl Byzance Vintage range online at intomusicstore.com with UK next day delivery available. You can also visit our Meinl Cymbal Lounge in Horncastle, Lincolnshire to hear the cymbals in person. Call us on 01507 526517 for expert advice from our team.