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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 4 of 11.
Meinl 17" Classics Custom Dark Crash
17" Crash Cymbals
$212€189Check ↗
Meinl 12" HCS Splash
12" Splash Cymbals
$47€42Check ↗
Meinl 14" HCS Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$111€99Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance Hi-Hat Medium
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$588€525Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy Hammered Set
Cymbal Sets
$1,118€999Check ↗
Meinl Byzance Tr. Hammered Crash Set
Cymbal Sets
$894€799Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Foundry Reserve R
20" Ride Cymbals
$704€629Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Vintage Pure Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$581€519Check ↗
Meinl 21" Byzance Foundry Reserve FR
21" Ride Cymbals
$727€649Check ↗
Meinl Practice HCS Cymbal Set
Cymbal Sets
$397€355Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Tr.China Brilliant
18" China Cymbals
$469€419Check ↗
Meinl 15" Byzance Jazz Hi-Hat Thin
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$621€555Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Heavy H. China
18" China Cymbals
$469€419Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Dual Crash / Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$599€535Check ↗
Meinl 21" Byzance Nuance Ride
21" Ride Cymbals
$655€585Check ↗
Meinl 19" Byzance Extra Dry T. Crash
19" Crash Cymbals
$547€489Check ↗
Meinl 18" Classics Extreme China
18" China Cymbals
$223€199Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Extra Dry China
18" China Cymbals
$480€429Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Dark Spectrum Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$715€639Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance China Brilliant
18" China Cymbals
$469€419Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Medium Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$559€499Check ↗
Meinl 10" Byzance Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$200€179Check ↗
Meinl 15" P. Alloy C. Extra Thin Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$469€419Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Jazz Club Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$671€599Check ↗
Meinl 13" Byzance Extra Dry Hi-Hat
13" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$543€485Check ↗
Meinl Byzance Tr. Polyphonic Cr. Set
Cymbal Sets
$962€859Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy C. Th. Hammered Set
Cymbal Sets
$1,342€1,199Check ↗
Meinl 19" Classics Custom Dual Crash
19" Crash Cymbals
$268€239Check ↗
Meinl 20" HCS Crash-Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$118€105Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance Dual Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$603€539Check ↗
Meinl 16" Class. Cust. Dark Tr. St.
Cymbal Stacks
$324€289Check ↗
Meinl 12" Class. Cust. Dark Tr. St.
Cymbal Stacks
$195€174Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Heavy H. Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$704€629Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Dark B. Apple Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$536€479Check ↗
Meinl 18" Classics Custom Dark Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$210€188Check ↗
Meinl 12" Byzance Extra Dry Splash
12" Splash Cymbals
$218€195Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Vintage Pure Light
22" Ride Cymbals
$704€629Check ↗
Meinl 13" Byzance Serpents Hi-Hat
13" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$503€449Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance Dark Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$534€477Check ↗
Meinl 19" Byzance Medium Thin Crash
19" Crash Cymbals
$536€479Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance Hi-Hat Extra Dry
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$592€529Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byz. Dark B.Apple Tr.Light
22" Ride Cymbals
$671€599Check ↗
Meinl 17"Byzance J.Medium Thin Crash
17" Crash Cymbals
$435€389Check ↗
Meinl 12" Pure Alloy Custom Splash
12" Splash Cymbals
$200€179Check ↗
Meinl 10" Byzance Polyphonic Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$200€179Check ↗
Meinl HCS Smack Stack 5 pcs.
Cymbal Stacks
$263€235Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy Custom Cymbal Set
Cymbal Sets
$1,062€949Check ↗
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.