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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 8 of 11.
Meinl 18" Class. Cust. Dark Heavy CH
18" China Cymbals
$223€199Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Dual Trash Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$476€425Check ↗
Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Custom Trash
18" Crash Cymbals
$346€309Check ↗
Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Custom Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$367€328Check ↗
Meinl 20" Classics Extreme Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$290€259Check ↗
Meinl 16" Byzance China Brilliant
16" China Cymbals
$402€359Check ↗
Meinl 16" Byzance Extra Dry T. Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$397€355Check ↗
Meinl 18" HCS Crash / Ride
18" Crash Cymbals
$91€81Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Medium Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$469€419Check ↗
Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Cust. M-H Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$357€319Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy 24" Medium Ride
24" Ride Cymbals and Bigger
$458€409Check ↗
Meinl Ultimate Percussion Sample Box
Stomp / Drum Boxes
$162€145Check ↗
Meinl 16" Pure Alloy Thin Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$285€255Check ↗
Meinl Perc. Digital Stomp Box Hi-Hat
Stomp / Drum Boxes
$84€75Check ↗
Meinl Perc. Digital Stomp Box Tamb.
Stomp / Drum Boxes
$77€69Check ↗
Meinl Perc. Digital Stomp Box Clap
Stomp / Drum Boxes
$82€73Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Equilibrium Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$715€639Check ↗
Meinl 16" Classics C. Dual Trash Cr.
16" Crash Cymbals
$212€189Check ↗
Meinl 16" Byzance Dual Trash Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$397€355Check ↗
Meinl 22" Classics Cus. Dark Cr.-Ri.
22" Ride Cymbals
$335€299Check ↗
Meinl 16" HCS Trash Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$88€79Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Vintage Trash Cras
18" Crash Cymbals
$480€429Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byzance Sand Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$693€619Check ↗
Meinl 16" Classics Extreme China
16" China Cymbals
$189€169Check ↗
Meinl 10" Classics Extreme Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$95€85Check ↗
Meinl 10" Byzance Jazz Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$196€175Check ↗
Meinl 17" Byzance Jazz Extra Thin Cr
17" Crash Cymbals
$435€389Check ↗
Meinl 16"Byzance J. Extra Thin Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$391€349Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance Jazz Hi-Hat Thin
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$570€509Check ↗
Meinl 16" Byzance Med. Thin Crash B.
16" Crash Cymbals
$368€329Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Jazz Extra Thin R.
20" Ride Cymbals
$536€479Check ↗
Meinl 18" B12 Marching Cymbal
18" Orchestral Cymbals
$693€619Check ↗
Meinl 22" Byz. Sizzle Jazz Ch. Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$704€629Check ↗
Meinl HCS Expanded Cymbal Set
Cymbal Sets
$401€358Check ↗
Meinl 16" Classics Custom Thin Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$199€178Check ↗
Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Custom Thin Cr.
18" Crash Cymbals
$353€315Check ↗
Meinl 20" Pure Alloy Custom Trash Cr
18" Crash Cymbals
$413€369Check ↗
Meinl 16" Pure Alloy Custom M. Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$301€269Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Extra Dry Trash Cr
18" Crash Cymbals
$435€389Check ↗
Meinl 16" Byzance Trash Crash Trad.
16" Crash Cymbals
$409€365Check ↗
Meinl Classics Cust. Dark Effect Set
Cymbal Sets
$380€339Check ↗
Meinl 16" Pure Alloy Custom Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$312€279Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Foundry Reserve CR
18" Crash Cymbals
$525€469Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy 18" China
18" China Cymbals
$335€299Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy 15" Medium Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$447€399Check ↗
Meinl 16" Classics Custom Dark Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$200€179Check ↗
Meinl 16" Classics Cust. Trash Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$210€188Check ↗
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.