Meinl 16" Byzance Extra Dry Hi-Hat
16-18" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$770€689Check ↗
Brand profile · Germany, est. 1959
Meinl
Meinl Percussion, hailing from Germany, is a globally recognized leader in percussion instruments, particularly cymbals. For decades, they've cultivated a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, a diverse product range catering to every style, and a commitment to collaborating with top percussionists. Meinl's dedication to both traditional techniques and innovative design has solidified their place as a cornerstone of the modern music landscape.
Byzance Series (cymbals)Meinl Sonic Series (cymbals)Orchestral CymbalsTambourine InnovationArtist Signature Series
1959founded
Germanycountry
510products in stock
$31–$2,235price range
Meinl in the charts
Every chart where Meinl has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.
Best Meinl 18" crash cymbals
52 models$91 – $524Best Meinl cymbal sets
48 models$162 – $2,235Best Meinl 16" crash cymbals
40 models$77 – $468Best Meinl 22" ride cymbals
35 models$133 – $815Best Meinl 20" ride cymbals
31 models$117 – $703Best Meinl 14" hi-hat cymbals
31 models$111 – $714Best Meinl 20" crash cymbals
22 models$285 – $703Best Meinl 18" china cymbals
21 models$94 – $480Best Meinl 10" splash cymbals
19 models$32 – $211Best Meinl cymbal stacks
19 models$87 – $781Best Meinl 15" hi-hat cymbals
18 models$122 – $781Best Meinl stomp / drum boxes
12 models$77 – $301
52 models$91 – $524Best Meinl cymbal sets
48 models$162 – $2,235Best Meinl 16" crash cymbals
40 models$77 – $468Best Meinl 22" ride cymbals
35 models$133 – $815Best Meinl 20" ride cymbals
31 models$117 – $703Best Meinl 14" hi-hat cymbals
31 models$111 – $714Best Meinl 20" crash cymbals
22 models$285 – $703Best Meinl 18" china cymbals
21 models$94 – $480Best Meinl 10" splash cymbals
19 models$32 – $211Best Meinl cymbal stacks
19 models$87 – $781Best Meinl 15" hi-hat cymbals
18 models$122 – $781Best Meinl stomp / drum boxes
12 models$77 – $301
All 510 Meinl products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 1 of 11.
Meinl 22" Symphonic Thin
21" Orchestral Cymbals
$1,284€1,149Check ↗
Meinl 13" HCS Hi-Hat
13" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$99€89Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Dry China
20" China Cymbals
$603€539Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Trash China Trad.
20" China Cymbals
$558€499Check ↗
Meinl 12" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Sp.
Effects Cymbals
$200€179Check ↗
Meinl 8" Crasher Hats - Benny Greb
8''/10'' Hi-Hat Cymbals
$620€555Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Foundry Reserve CH
21" China Cymbals and bigger
$815€729Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Dual China
20" China Cymbals
$603€539Check ↗
Meinl 14" Classics Custom Med. Crash
14" Crash Cymbals
$144€129Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Dual Trash China
20" China Cymbals
$558€499Check ↗
Meinl 18" HCS Big Bell Ride
18" Ride Cymbals
$111€99Check ↗
Meinl 15" HCS Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$129€115Check ↗
Meinl 15" Byzance Dual Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$670€599Check ↗
Meinl 12" HCS China
12" China Cymbals
$47€42Check ↗
Meinl Bullet Stack - Luke Holland
Cymbal Stacks
$480€429Check ↗
Meinl 21" Byzance Transition Ride
21" Ride Cymbals
$670€599Check ↗
Meinl 15" Byzance Extra Ham. Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$591€529Check ↗
Meinl 12" Classic Custom Trash Stack
Cymbal Stacks
$211€189Check ↗
Meinl Deep Hats - Anika Nilles
Effects Cymbals
$826€739Check ↗
Meinl 13" Byzance Dark Hi-Hat
13" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$535€479Check ↗
Meinl 14" Generation X Filter China
14" China Cymbals
$144€129Check ↗
Meinl 12" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Ch.
12" China Cymbals
$200€179Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Vintage Crash
21" Crash Cymbals and Bigger
$670€599Check ↗
Meinl 10" Compact Jingle Snare Drum
10" Wooden Snare Drums
$155€139Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance China Traditional
20" China Cymbals
$535€479Check ↗
Meinl 16" Byzance Foundry Reserve HH
16-18" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$927€829Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance China Brilliant
20" China Cymbals
$535€479Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Dark B.Apple Trad.
22" Ride Cymbals
$703€629Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance Dual Multi-Trash
14" Crash Cymbals
$312€279Check ↗
Meinl 15" Byzance Hi-Hat Extra Dry
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$647€579Check ↗
Meinl 12" Pure Alloy Cust. Tr. Stack
Effects Cymbals
$334€299Check ↗
Meinl 15" Byzance Polyphonic Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$654€585Check ↗
Meinl 22" HCS Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$133€119Check ↗
Meinl 16" HCS Trash China
16" China Cymbals
$84€75Check ↗
Meinl 21" Byzance Polyphonic Ride
21" Ride Cymbals
$647€579Check ↗
Meinl Fat Stack - Matt Garstka
Cymbal Stacks
$781€699Check ↗
Meinl 21" Classics Custom Dark Crash
21" Crash Cymbals and Bigger
$301€269Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Jazz Thin Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$569€509Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Jazz M. Thin Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$535€479Check ↗
Meinl 16" Classics Custom Tr. China
16" China Cymbals
$210€188Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Dark Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$714€639Check ↗
Meinl 16" HCS China
16" China Cymbals
$77€69Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Big Apple Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$670€599Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Dry T. Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$598€535Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Thin Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$580€519Check ↗
Meinl 16" Classics Custom China
16" China Cymbals
$199€178Check ↗
Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Ch.
18" China Cymbals
$352€315Check ↗
Meinl, honestly
What Meinl does well
- Exceptional tonal clarity and responsiveness
- Wide range of sounds for diverse genres
- High-quality materials and construction
- Extensive artist collaborations & endorsements
What to watch for
- Premium-priced, potentially inaccessible to beginners
- Some series can be overly bright for certain tastes
- Vast catalog can be overwhelming for new buyers
- Orchestral range less prominent than drum cymbals
Questions about Meinl
Where are Meinl instruments made?
Meinl instruments are primarily manufactured in Turkey, where they have established long-standing partnerships with highly skilled artisans. Some orchestral percussion instruments are made in Germany.
What makes the Byzance series special?
The Byzance series is renowned for its hand-hammered production, resulting in complex overtones, dark, shimmering sounds, and a highly musical feel.
Does Meinl offer cymbals for beginners?
Yes, the Meinl Sonic series is specifically designed to be more affordable and accessible, offering a good starting point for beginners while still maintaining quality.