Meinl 10" Byzance Vintage Tr. Splash

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Meinl 10" Byzance Vintage Tr. Splash

Meinl

10" Byzance Vintage Tr. Splash

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 379253
Brand: Meinl
Model: 10" Byzance Vintage Tr. Splash
Price: $196.90

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This Meinl Vintage Trash Splash is a seriously cool, character-driven little cymbal. It's perfect for drummers looking to add some grit and unusual textures to their kit, especially in experimental, electronic, or industrial music. Don’t expect a bright, shimmering splash – this is all about the trash!

Product Description

Meinl 10" Byzance Vintage Tr. Splash, Effect Splash Cymbal, Size: 10", Byzance series, Vintage Trash Splash, The sandblasted surface combined with a relatively low weight and different sized holes give the cymbal a remarkably soft feel with a unique trash sound

PROS
  • • The sandblasted finish delivers a uniquely textured, trashy sonic character.
  • • Low weight provides exceptional responsiveness and a very comfortable playing feel.
  • • Meinl’s Byzance Vintage alloy creates a warm, complex fundamental tone.
  • • The unusual hole pattern contributes to its distinct, almost percussive, decay.
CONS
  • • Limited versatility – best suited for specific genres like experimental or industrial.
  • • The 'trash' sound can be overly aggressive for cleaner, more traditional styles.
  • • Being a Vintage series cymbal, it might not hold up as long as heavier, modern lines.

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Key Features

Size 10 in
Material B20 Bronze Alloy (Byzance Vintage)
Finish Sandblasted
Sound Character Trashy, Washed, Complex, Relatively Short Sustain
Weight Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's significantly darker and more textured than a typical splash, sacrificing some clarity for a unique, 'trashy' sound.
While thin, Meinl’s bronze alloy and construction are robust; it's responsive, not fragile, but handle with care as with any thin cymbal.
It’s likely too aggressive for traditional jazz or acoustic settings, but could be used sparingly for specific textural accents if you want a unique color.

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