Meinl 14" Byzance Hi-Hat Medium

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Meinl 14" Byzance Hi-Hat Medium

Meinl

14" Byzance Hi-Hat Medium

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 151061
Brand: Meinl
Model: 14" Byzance Hi-Hat Medium
Price: $547.80

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These Meinl Byzance Mediums are a serious upgrade. They’re fantastic for jazz, fusion, and even smoother rock where you need that refined, controlled response. The feel is excellent, and they really shine when you want a sophisticated, musical hi-hat sound without being overly bright or splashy.

Product Description

  • Meinl 14" Byzance Hi-Hat Medium
  • Hi-Hat
  • Meinl Classics series
  • 14" Hi-Hat Medium
  • Traditional finish
  • Byzance cymbals are handmade in Turkey
  • Refined and revised by Meinl
  • Wide dynamic range with a soft
  • warm sound
  • Unobtrusive and controlled open hi-hat sound
PROS
  • • The B14 Byzance Medium delivers a remarkably warm, musical chick sound.
  • • Hand-hammered in Turkey, exhibiting exceptional craftsmanship and tonal complexity.
  • • Offers a wide dynamic range, responding beautifully to subtle and powerful playing.
  • • The traditional finish enhances the cymbal’s natural resonance and projection.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.
  • • The controlled sound might be too mellow for players seeking aggressive, trashy hi-hats.
  • • The medium weight, while versatile, may feel slightly heavy for some lighter hitters.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 14 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Warm, Musical, Controlled, Versatile
Top/Bottom Weight Medium/Medium
Weight Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Vintage series is noticeably darker and more complex, with a more pronounced wash. The Mediums offer a more focused, defined sound and a wider dynamic range.
While versatile, they’re not ideal for extremely aggressive playing. Their controlled nature will tame the sound, potentially sacrificing some of the desired edge.
The 'Medium Heavy' will have a slightly higher weight and a more robust, powerful sound, offering a bit more sustain and projection.

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