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20" Crash 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–$2,238price 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 – $2,238Best Meinl 16" crash cymbals
39 models$77 – $469Best Meinl 22" ride cymbals
36 models$133 – $816Best Meinl 20" ride cymbals
30 models$118 – $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 – $783Best Meinl 10" splash cymbals
18 models$32 – $212Best Meinl 15" hi-hat cymbals
17 models$129 – $783Best Meinl stomp / drum boxes
12 models$77 – $301
51 models$91 – $525Best Meinl cymbal sets
47 models$162 – $2,238Best Meinl 16" crash cymbals
39 models$77 – $469Best Meinl 22" ride cymbals
36 models$133 – $816Best Meinl 20" ride cymbals
30 models$118 – $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 – $783Best Meinl 10" splash cymbals
18 models$32 – $212Best Meinl 15" hi-hat cymbals
17 models$129 – $783Best Meinl stomp / drum boxes
12 models$77 – $301
All 504 Meinl products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 3 of 11.
Meinl 16" Byzance Dual China
16" China Cymbals
$413€369Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Jazz Monophonic R.
22" Ride Cymbals
$671€599Check ↗
Meinl 18" Classics Custom Dark China
18" China Cymbals
$223€199Check ↗
Meinl 10" Byzance Dual Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$196€175Check ↗
Meinl Classics Custom Dark Set
Cymbal Sets
$621€555Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Extra Dry Th. Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$704€629Check ↗
Meinl 14" Generation X Filter China
14" China Cymbals
$144€129Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Medium Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$648€579Check ↗
Meinl 22" Pure Alloy E.Hammered Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$503€449Check ↗
Meinl 14" Classics Custom Hi-Hat Po.
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$279€249Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Polyphonic Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$671€599Check ↗
Meinl 13" HCS Bronze Hi-Hat
13" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$100€89Check ↗
Meinl 20" Pure Alloy Thin Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$380€339Check ↗
Meinl 22" Pure Alloy E.Hammered C-R
22" Ride Cymbals
$497€444Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Trash China Trad.
18" China Cymbals
$469€419Check ↗
Meinl 22" Classics Custom Dual Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$368€329Check ↗
Meinl 16" Classics C. Dual Trash Ch.
16" China Cymbals
$223€199Check ↗
Meinl 12" Classics C. Dual Trash Sp.
12" Splash Cymbals
$118€105Check ↗
Meinl 19" Byzance Dual Crash
19" Crash Cymbals
$509€455Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance China Traditional
14" China Cymbals
$290€259Check ↗
Meinl 16" Byzance China Traditional
16" China Cymbals
$391€349Check ↗
Meinl TRI15B Triangle
Triangles
$36€32Check ↗
Meinl 20" Classics Custom Dual Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$301€269Check ↗
Meinl 20" Classics Custom Med. Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$290€259Check ↗
Meinl 24" Byzance Dark B. Apple Ride
24" Ride Cymbals and Bigger
$771€689Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Vintage Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$592€529Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance Extra Ham. Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$559€499Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Dark Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$610€545Check ↗
Meinl Byzance Dual Crash Pack
Cymbal Sets
$816€729Check ↗
Meinl 20" Pure Alloy Custom MH Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$413€369Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Foundry Reserve CR
20" Crash Cymbals
$704€629Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Dual China
18" China Cymbals
$469€419Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Dual Trash Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$559€499Check ↗
Meinl 20" Pure Alloy Custom Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$413€369Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
20" Ride Cymbals
$693€619Check ↗
Meinl 20" Classics Custom Dark Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$285€255Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Tradit. Light Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$693€619Check ↗
Meinl 12" Classics Custom Trash
12" Splash Cymbals
$118€105Check ↗
Meinl Classics Custom Set
Cymbal Sets
$682€609Check ↗
Meinl 17" Classics Custom Med. Crash
17" Crash Cymbals
$212€189Check ↗
Meinl 14" Classics Custom Hi-Hat Me.
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$290€259Check ↗
Meinl 12" Classics Custom Splash
12" Splash Cymbals
$111€99Check ↗
Meinl 10" Byzance Extra Dry Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$207€185Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Medium Thin Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$648€579Check ↗
Meinl 20" HCS Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$118€105Check ↗
Meinl 15" Byzance Dark Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$671€599Check ↗
Meinl 20" Pure Alloy Custom Thin Cr.
20" Crash Cymbals
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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.