Meinl 12" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Ch.

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Meinl 12" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Ch.

Meinl

12" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Ch.

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 558051
Brand: Meinl
Model: 12" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Ch.
Price: $185.90

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This Meinl Pure Alloy Trash China is a fantastic option for modern rock, pop, and electronic music where you want a controlled, trashy accent. It’s not a full-on chaotic crash, but a more refined, shimmering texture that cuts through the mix nicely. A great choice for drummers wanting a distinctive sound without committing to a huge, unruly cymbal.

Product Description

Meinl 12" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Ch., Trash China Cymbal, Size: 12", Bright and trashy sound, Finish: Smoke Bronze, Made in Germany

PROS
  • • The Pure Alloy blend delivers a unique, complex trashy shimmer.
  • • German manufacturing ensures consistent quality and excellent workmanship.
  • • Smoke Bronze finish minimizes stick marks and adds a professional aesthetic.
  • • 12 in size offers a manageable trashiness without overwhelming a kit.
CONS
  • • The bright sound might clash with darker, vintage-style drum kits.
  • • Pure Alloy cymbals can be slightly more brittle than traditional bronze.
  • • Lacks the extreme, chaotic wash of larger, more aggressively pitched trash cymbals.

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Key Features

Size 12 in
Material Meinl Pure Alloy Bronze
Finish Smoke Bronze
Sound Character Bright, Trashy, Complex
Weight Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pure Alloy generally offers slightly less sustain than traditional bronze, contributing to its more controlled and focused trashy sound.
Yes, it’s plenty loud, but it won’t be the loudest cymbal in your arsenal; it’s designed for a more nuanced, textured sound than a full-on crash.
The Smoke Bronze finish subtly dampens the cymbal's vibrations, contributing to a slightly darker, more controlled trashy sound and reducing visible stick marks.

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