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16" 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 9 of 11.
Meinl 16" Byzance Jazz Thin Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$402€359Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Dark Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$447€399Check ↗
Meinl 16" Byzance Thin Crash Brill.
16" Crash Cymbals
$402€359Check ↗
Meinl 14"Byzance Medium HiHat Brill.
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$536€479Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy 22" Medium Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$458€409Check ↗
Meinl AE-MTAH2B Tambourine
Tambourines
$174€155Check ↗
Meinl 14" Pure Alloy E.Hammered Hats
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$447€399Check ↗
Meinl 14" Anika Nilles Lunar Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$715€639Check ↗
Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Thin Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$335€299Check ↗
Meinl 14" Practice HCS Hihat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$167€149Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Vint. Sand Thin C.
20" Crash Cymbals
$592€529Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Heavy H. Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$581€519Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy 20" Medium Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$402€359Check ↗
Meinl 08" HCS Bell
Effects Cymbals
$39€35Check ↗
Meinl AE-MTAH2BO Tambourine
Tambourines
$188€168Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Vint. Trash Crash
20" Crash Cymbals
$610€545Check ↗
Meinl 16"Byzance Medium Crash Brill.
16" Crash Cymbals
$402€359Check ↗
Meinl 16" Byzance Medium Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$402€359Check ↗
Meinl 14" Pure Alloy Benny Greb Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$514€459Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy 17" Medium Crash
17" Crash Cymbals
$312€279Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Polyphonic Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$469€419Check ↗
Meinl 20" Class. Cust. Dark Heavy Ri
20" Ride Cymbals
$268€239Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance Heavy H. Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$581€519Check ↗
Meinl 24" Byzance Chris Adler Ride
24" Ride Cymbals and Bigger
$783€699Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy 20" Medium Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$391€349Check ↗
Meinl Pure Alloy 14" Medium Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$409€365Check ↗
Meinl 14" Byzance Serpents Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$559€499Check ↗
Meinl 16" Brass Marching Cymbal
16" Orchestral Cymbals
$156€139Check ↗
Meinl 20" Byzance Sand Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
$559€499Check ↗
Meinl 16" Arena Dark Marching Cymbal
16" Orchestral Cymbals
$376€336Check ↗
Meinl 16" Arena Dark Marching Cymbal
16" Orchestral Cymbals
$376€336Check ↗
Meinl 18" Byzance Vintage Pure Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$480€429Check ↗
Meinl 18" Bronce Marching Cymbal
18" Orchestral Cymbals
$301€269Check ↗
Meinl 18" Practice HCS Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$156€139Check ↗
Meinl FX20 Effects Pedal
Stomp / Drum Boxes
$301€269Check ↗
Meinl 16" Class. Cust. Dark Tr. Cr.
16" Crash Cymbals
$174€155Check ↗
Meinl 18" Brass Marching Cymbal
18" Orchestral Cymbals
$189€169Check ↗
Meinl 16" Symphonic Medium
16" Orchestral Cymbals
$696€622Check ↗
Meinl 14" Brass Marching Cymbal
14" Orchestral Cymbals
$130€116Check ↗
Meinl 14" Classics Extreme Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$290€259Check ↗
Meinl Byzance Thomas Lang Set
Cymbal Sets
$1,566€1,399Check ↗
Meinl Byzance Brilliant Complete Set
Cymbal Sets
$1,454€1,299Check ↗
Meinl 18" Arena Marching Cymbal
18" Orchestral Cymbals
$447€399Check ↗
Meinl Byzance A.Choice Mike Johnston
Cymbal Sets
$1,734€1,549Check ↗
Meinl 16" Bronce Marching Cymbal
16" Orchestral Cymbals
$279€249Check ↗
Meinl Perc. Digital Stomp Box Kick
Stomp / Drum Boxes
$104€93Check ↗
Meinl Classics C. Dual Expanded Set
Cymbal Sets
$984€879Check ↗
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.