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.
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
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 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 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
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 Thin Crash Cymbal 18" is an unique lightweight crash with an extremely dry and low pitched sound. The 18" Byzance Exrta Dry Thin Crash provides trashy overtones, soft response with a fast decay creating an overall “dryness.”
The Byzance Extra Dry Thin Crash is completely hand hammered into shape to satisfy the highest demands. Every Byzance cymbal is a piece of art and has its own unique sound characteristics which can never be duplicated.
Extra dry cymbals have big hammer marks which, in combination with the untreated, natural finish, enable an extremely dark sound with a short sustain. Dominant lows with an esoteric character.
This Meinl HCS Crash has a a full bodied, warm sound character and a washy decay. When crashed it has an explosive sound and moderate to short sustain.
Meinl HCS cymbals are a brass alloy model that looks and sounds great. Getting into drumming can get expensive quick, and HCS exists to fill the need for realistically priced cymbals that don’t compromise on sound.
Jazz cymbals have a regular finish and contain outstanding sound qualities. They were developed for the natural vintage sound that traditional Jazz requires. With a complex blend of sounds, an overall darkness and a nice spread, these factors come together to form a warm, musical mix
Styles: Jazz, Funk, Reggae, Studio, World, Electro Timbre: Dark Character: Complex, Musical Pitch: Low Volume: Low Sustain: Short Weight: Thin Finish: Traditional, Raw Material: B20
The Meinl Classics Custom 16'' Dark Crash Cymbal is a high quality crash cymbal from Meinl, featuring a darker tone with an incredibly unique dark finish. The cymbal delivers a full frequency range with a wide, full tonal spread. The explosive attack and strong projection from the crash allow you to cut through any sound you may come up against. The unique appearance of the cymbal is due to the widely spaced deep hand hammering and additional lathing that rounds out the attack and the tonal quality of the crash, providing a powerfully explosive response and smooth, warm overtones and a warmer mix of tone overall.
Crash cymbals have washy and fairly dark sound with a full frequency spectrum. Meinl's Byzance Traditional finish cymbals are handmade in Turkey using the traditional B20 bronze alloy. The profile of the cymbal is hand-hammered into shape.
Styles:Rock, Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, R&B, Reggae, Studio, World
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
Instant accent. The Meinl Classics Custom 10'' Dark Splash is quick and explosive with a short sustain and dark undertone. Instantly add quick, splashy punches that cut through in any song. The Meinl Classics Custom Dark Splash is ideal for anyone looking for their first splash cymbal. It'll give you more control over your dynamics, making your overall drum sound more versatile. It's small with a medium weight for a strikingly fast response.
Byzance Vintage Trash Splash The sandblasted surface and the different sized cut-outs give the cymbal a unique look and lots of trashiness. Remarkably soft feel due to its thinner weight and sandblasted finish.
By using a B10 bronze alloy that has a higher content of tin than the standard Classics Series cymbals, high-tech computerized manufacturing, and a brilliant finish the MEINL Classics Custom cymbals deliver outstanding sound qualities with a stunning, modern look. They deliver rich, musical sounds for ambitious rock and heavy drummers.
Weight: Thin Material: B12 Bronze Sustain: Medium Lathe: None Music Style: Metal, Rock, Pop, Fusion, Studio Timbre: Bright Made in: Germany Type: Trash Crash Character: Musical, Rich Shaping: Pressure Point Technology, Computerized Hammering to clean: "Meinl Cymbal Cleaner Meinl Cymbal Protectant" Volume: Medium Finish: Brilliant Pitch: High-Mid
Jazz cymbals have a regular finish and contain outstanding sound qualities. They were developed for the natural vintage sound that traditional Jazz requires. With a complex blend of sounds, an overall darkness and a nice spread, these factors come together to form a warm, musical mix
Diameter: 22" Shaping: Hand hammered Styles: Jazz, Funk, Reggae, Studio, World, Electro Timbre: Dark Character: Complex, Musical Pitch: Low Volume: Low Sustain: Short Finish: Traditional Material: B20 Bronze Alloy
Jazz cymbals have a regular finish and contain outstanding sound qualities. They were developed for the natural vintage sound that traditional Jazz requires. With a complex blend of sounds, an overall darkness and a nice spread, these factors come together to form a warm, musical mix
Diameter: 22" Shaping: Hand hammered Styles: Jazz, Funk, Reggae, Studio, World, Electro Timbre: Dark Character: Complex, Musical Pitch: Low Volume: Low Sustain: Short Weight: Medium Thin Finish: Traditional Material: B20 Bronze Alloy
Jazz cymbals have a regular finish and contain outstanding sound qualities. They were developed for the natural vintage sound that traditional Jazz requires. With a complex blend of sounds, an overall darkness and a nice spread, these factors come together to form a warm, musical mix
Diameter: 20" / 50 cm Shaping: Hand hammered Styles: Jazz, Funk, Reggae, Studio, World, Electro Timbre: Dark Character: Complex, Musical Pitch: Low Volume: Low Sustain: Short Weight: Medium Thin Finish: Traditional Material: B20 Bronze Alloy
Jazz cymbals have a regular finish and contain outstanding sound qualities. They were developed for the natural vintage sound that traditional Jazz requires. With a complex blend of sounds, an overall darkness and a nice spread, these factors come together to form a warm, musical mix
Size : 20" Shaping: Hand hammered Styles: Jazz, Funk, Reggae, Studio, World, Electro Timbre: Dark Character: Complex, Musical Pitch: Low Volume: Low Sustain: Short Weight: Medium Thin Finish: Traditional Material: B20 Bronze Alloy
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.
Size: 21" Shaping: Hand hammered Styles: Rock, Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, RNB, Reggae, Studio, World Timbre: Mid-Bright Character: Warm, smooth Pitch: High-Mid Volume: Medium Sustain: Medium Weight: Medium Finish: Traditional Material: B20 Bronze Alloy
Featuring a custom smoked-bronze top and brilliant bottom, the Pure Alloy Custom splash has a crisp attack and warm undertone, giving it a smooth response and exceptional tonal blend for use in many applications.
Shaping: Computerized Hammering Material: Pure Alloy Music Style: Rock, Pop, Fusion, R&B, Reggae, Studio Volume: Medium to Low Lathe: Pinpoint YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/Ip9wy7wP1Mk Made in: Germany Character: Complex, Full-bodied, Musical, Sensitive, Smooth, Warm Type: Splash Weight: Medium Thin Finish: Smoked-Bronze, Brilliant to clean: "Meinl Cymbal Cleaner Meinl Cymbal Protectant" Sustain: Short Timbre: Mid-Dark Pitch: Low-Mid
The Meinl Classics Custom 17” Dark Crash Cymbal is a high quality crash cymbal from Meinl, featuring a darker tone with an incredibly unique dark finish. The cymbal delivers a full frequency range with a wide, full tonal spread. The explosive attack and strong projection from the crash allow you to cut through any sound you may come up against. The unique appearance of the cymbal is due to the widely spaced deep hand hammering and additional lathing that rounds out the attack and the tonal quality of the crash, providing a powerfully explosive response and smooth, warm overtones and a warmer mix of tone overall.
Styles: Metal/ Rock/Pop/Fusion/Studio Timbre: Dark Charakteristik: Musical/Rich Pitch: High-Mid Volume: Medium to high Sustain: Medium to Long Weight: Medium Shaping: Pressure Point Technology & Computerzied Hammering Finish: Dark Material: B10 Bronze Lathe: Wide Blade Made in: Germany to clean: Meinl Cymbal Cleaner
Made for low volume playing, you can practice anytime without disturbing your family or neighbours. These practice cymbals are made from the original HCS brass alloy and have a unique hole pattern engineered by MEINL for an authentic sound and feel under the stick.
*please note due to being a brand new product launch the estimated shipping date is the middle of January.
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