Meinl 16" Byzance Dual Trash Crash
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Meinl
16" Byzance Dual Trash Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
483030
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
16" Byzance Dual Trash Crash
Category:
16" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$366.30
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Meinl Dual Trash is a seriously cool cymbal – the combination of the dry and brilliant finishes gives it a unique, almost broken-in quality. It’s perfect for drummers in indie, electronic, or experimental music seeking a textural accent, or anyone wanting a less conventional crash. It cuts through the mix without being overpowering.
Product Description
- Meinl 16" Byzance Dual Trash Crash
- Dual trash crash cymbal
- Size: 16"
- Material: B20 Bronze
- Hand-hammered
- Extra Dry (natural) and Brilliant finish
- Exciting contrast between extra dry and brilliant finish due to the combination of hammering and turning
- Thin
- fast decaying cymbal with deep fundamental tone
PROS
- • B20 bronze delivers complex overtones and a warm core.
- • Dual finish creates a unique trashy, yet shimmering sound.
- • Thin profile allows for incredibly fast, responsive decay.
- • Hand-hammering adds character and enhances sonic complexity.
CONS
- • The 'trash' character might be too subtle for some drummers’ needs.
- • Limited versatility – best suited for specific, textural roles.
- • Premium-priced, requiring a considered investment.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
16 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Extra Dry & Brilliant
Sound Character
Trashy, Washed, Complex
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s more refined than the traditional Trash cymbals, offering a more nuanced trashy character alongside a shimmering brightness.
The Extra Dry finish isn’t completely dead; it retains a subtle brightness that complements the brilliant side, avoiding a muffled sound.
While it’s versatile, its delicate nature might get lost in a very dense, high-volume rock or metal mix – it shines best in more atmospheric contexts.
