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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 6 of 11.
Meinl 20" Byzance Dark Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$615€549Check ↗
Meinl 17" Byzance Med. Thin Crash B.
17" Crash Cymbals
$435€389Check ↗
Meinl 10" Byzance Dark Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$200€179Check ↗
Meinl 14" HCS Soundwave Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$122€109Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Ham. Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$536€479Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Vintage Tr. China
21" China Cymbals and bigger
$749€669Check ↗
Meinl 14" Pure Alloy Soundwave Hats
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$424€379Check ↗
Meinl 20" Pure Alloy E.Hammered Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$424€379Check ↗
Meinl 18" Classics Custom Thin Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$230€205Check ↗
Meinl 13" Classics Custom Dark HH
13" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$256€229Check ↗
Meinl 20" Practice HCS Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$207€185Check ↗
Meinl Byzance Vintage Smack Stack
Cymbal Stacks
$353€315Check ↗
Meinl 10"/10" M.G. Temporal Stack 2
Cymbal Stacks
$413€369Check ↗
Meinl 08"/10" M.G. Temporal Stack 1
Cymbal Stacks
$386€345Check ↗
Meinl 18" Classics Custom Dual Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$256€229Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy 12" Trash China
12" China Cymbals
$176€157Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance Foundry Reserve HH
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$704€629Check ↗
Meinl 14" Backbeat Pro Tambourine
Effects Cymbals
$74€66Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy 22" Medium Crash
21" Crash Cymbals and Bigger
$435€389Check ↗
Meinl 12" HCS Trash Stacks
Cymbal Stacks
$88€79Check ↗
Meinl 08" Classics Custom Bell
Effects Cymbals
$105€94Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Vintage Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$447€399Check ↗
Meinl 18" Classics Cust. Trash Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$234€209Check ↗
Meinl Classics Custom Extreme Set
Cymbal Sets
$687€614Check ↗
Meinl 22" Suspended Cymbal
Hanging Cymbals
$704€629Check ↗
Meinl 18" Classics Custom Pow. Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$234€209Check ↗
Meinl 18" Classics Custom Med. Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$234€209Check ↗
Meinl 17" Suspended Cymbal
Hanging Cymbals
$435€389Check ↗
Meinl 18" Suspended Cymbal
Hanging Cymbals
$469€419Check ↗
Meinl 20" Suspended Cymbal
Hanging Cymbals
$581€519Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Thin Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$559€499Check ↗
Meinl 10" Byzance Splash Brilliant
10" Splash Cymbals
$178€159Check ↗
Meinl 17" Byzance Medium Thin Crash
17" Crash Cymbals
$435€389Check ↗
Meinl 08" Byzance Splash
8" Splash Cymbals
$189€169Check ↗
Meinl 08" Byzance Splash Brilliant
8" Splash Cymbals
$189€169Check ↗
Meinl 20" Pure Alloy E.Hammered C-R
20" Ride Cymbals
$424€379Check ↗
Meinl 18" Pure Alloy E.Hammered Cr.
18" Crash Cymbals
$335€299Check ↗
Meinl Double Down Stack -Mat Halpern
Cymbal Stacks
$783€699Check ↗
Meinl 10" Byzance Vintage Tr. Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$212€189Check ↗
Meinl 16" Arena Marching Cymbal
16" Orchestral Cymbals
$368€329Check ↗
Meinl 10" Byzance Vintage Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$212€189Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Extra Thin Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$469€419Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Sand Thin Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$480€429Check ↗
Meinl 08" HCS Splash
8" Splash Cymbals
$33€30Check ↗
Meinl 06" Byzance Splash Brilliant
6" Splash Cymbals
$151€135Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Jazz Thin Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$469€419Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Jazz M.Thin Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$458€409Check ↗
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.