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21" Orchestral Cymbals
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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
504products in stock
$31–$2,236price 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
51 models$91 – $525Best Meinl cymbal sets
47 models$162 – $2,236Best Meinl 16" crash cymbals
39 models$77 – $469Best Meinl 22" ride cymbals
36 models$133 – $816Best Meinl 20" ride cymbals
30 models$117 – $704Best Meinl 14" hi-hat cymbals
30 models$111 – $715Best Meinl 20" crash cymbals
22 models$285 – $704Best Meinl 18" china cymbals
21 models$94 – $480Best Meinl cymbal stacks
19 models$87 – $782Best Meinl 10" splash cymbals
18 models$32 – $211Best Meinl 15" hi-hat cymbals
17 models$129 – $782Best Meinl stomp / drum boxes
12 models$77 – $301
51 models$91 – $525Best Meinl cymbal sets
47 models$162 – $2,236Best Meinl 16" crash cymbals
39 models$77 – $469Best Meinl 22" ride cymbals
36 models$133 – $816Best Meinl 20" ride cymbals
30 models$117 – $704Best Meinl 14" hi-hat cymbals
30 models$111 – $715Best Meinl 20" crash cymbals
22 models$285 – $704Best Meinl 18" china cymbals
21 models$94 – $480Best Meinl cymbal stacks
19 models$87 – $782Best Meinl 10" splash cymbals
18 models$32 – $211Best Meinl 15" hi-hat cymbals
17 models$129 – $782Best Meinl stomp / drum boxes
12 models$77 – $301
All 504 Meinl products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 1 of 11.
Meinl 16" Byzance Extra Dry Hi-Hat
16-18" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$771€689Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Dry China
20" China Cymbals
$603€539Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Trash China Trad.
20" China Cymbals
$558€499Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Dual Trash China
20" China Cymbals
$558€499Check ↗
Meinl 8" Crasher Hats - Benny Greb
8''/10'' Hi-Hat Cymbals
$621€555Check ↗
Meinl 13" HCS Hi-Hat
13" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$100€89Check ↗
Meinl 10" Compact Jingle Snare Drum
10" Wooden Snare Drums
$156€139Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Foundry Reserve CH
21" China Cymbals and bigger
$816€729Check ↗
Meinl 18" HCS Big Bell Ride
18" Ride Cymbals
$111€99Check ↗
Meinl 14" Classics Custom Med. Crash
14" Crash Cymbals
$144€129Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Vintage Crash
21" Crash Cymbals and Bigger
$670€599Check ↗
Meinl 15" Byzance Extra Ham. Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$592€529Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance China Traditional
20" China Cymbals
$536€479Check ↗
Meinl Deep Hats - Anika Nilles
Effects Cymbals
$827€739Check ↗
Meinl 16" HCS Trash China
16" China Cymbals
$84€75Check ↗
Meinl 12" Classic Custom Trash Stack
Cymbal Stacks
$211€189Check ↗
Meinl 15" Byzance Dual Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$670€599Check ↗
Meinl 12" HCS China
12" China Cymbals
$47€42Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Dark B.Apple Trad.
22" Ride Cymbals
$704€629Check ↗
Meinl 24" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
24" Ride Cymbals and Bigger
$869€777Check ↗
Meinl 15" HCS Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$129€115Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Dual China
20" China Cymbals
$603€539Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance Dual Multi-Trash
14" Crash Cymbals
$312€279Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Foundry Reserve R
22" Ride Cymbals
$782€699Check ↗
Meinl Bullet Stack - Luke Holland
Cymbal Stacks
$487€435Check ↗
Meinl 21" Classics Custom Dark Crash
21" Crash Cymbals and Bigger
$301€269Check ↗
Meinl 21" Byzance Transition Ride
21" Ride Cymbals
$670€599Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Big Apple Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$670€599Check ↗
Meinl 10"/12" L. Holland Baby Stack
Cymbal Stacks
$298€266Check ↗
Meinl 22" Classics Custom Dark Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$312€279Check ↗
Meinl 15" Byzance Hi-Hat Extra Dry
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$648€579Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Jazz M. Thin Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$536€479Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Dark Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$715€639Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance China Brilliant
20" China Cymbals
$536€479Check ↗
Meinl 12" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Sp.
Effects Cymbals
$200€179Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
22" Ride Cymbals
$816€729Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Jazz Thin Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$569€509Check ↗
Meinl 13" Byzance Dark Hi-Hat
13" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$536€479Check ↗
Meinl 12" Pure Alloy Cust. Tr. Stack
Effects Cymbals
$335€299Check ↗
Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Ch.
18" China Cymbals
$352€315Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Dark B.Apple Flat
22" Ride Cymbals
$726€649Check ↗
Meinl 24" Byzance Foundry Reserve R
24" Ride Cymbals and Bigger
$923€825Check ↗
Meinl 16" Byzance Foundry Reserve HH
16-18" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$927€829Check ↗
Meinl 10" Classics Cust. Dark Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$74€66Check ↗
Meinl 16" Classics Custom Tr. China
16" China Cymbals
$210€188Check ↗
Meinl 16" HCS China
16" China Cymbals
$77€69Check ↗
Meinl 22" Classics Custom Pow. Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$330€295Check ↗
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.