Meinl 15" Byzance Hi-Hat Extra Dry
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Meinl
15" Byzance Hi-Hat Extra Dry
Product Info
Article Number:
358819
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
15" Byzance Hi-Hat Extra Dry
Category:
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
Price:
$614.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These 15-inch Byzance Extra Dry hi-hats are seriously special. They deliver that coveted, dry, vintage sound – perfect for jazz, funk, and quieter styles where you need precise control and a subtle shimmer. If you’re a seasoned player looking for a nuanced and sophisticated hi-hat voice, these are worth a serious listen.
Product Description
- Meinl 15" Byzance Hi-Hat Extra Dry
- HiHat
- Size: 15"
- Byzance series
- Extra dry (natural) version
- Very dry earthy sound with sensible attack and vintage characteristics
- Material: B20 bronze
- Hand-hammered
PROS
- • Exceptional dryness for nuanced, controlled stick definition
- • B20 bronze provides warm, complex overtones despite dryness
- • Hand-hammering creates a beautifully responsive, musical feel
- • 15-inch size offers a tighter, more controlled sound than larger hats
CONS
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many drummers
- • Dryness limits versatility; not ideal for all musical genres
- • Can sound 'stuffy' if not played with proper technique and stick choice
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Key Features
Size
15 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Natural/Hand-Hammered
Sound Character
Dry, Earthy, Vintage
Top/Bottom Weight
Light/Medium
Weight
Approximately 1300g
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Frequently Asked Questions
They offer a more controlled and intimate sound than the larger sizes, focusing on stick definition over a washier, more open response.
While they *can* be used, their dry nature won’t provide the aggressive, cutting sound typically desired in those genres; they’ll be far too subdued.
Softer felt or nylon tips will accentuate the dry, controlled response, while harder tips will bring out a touch more body – experiment to find your preference.
