Meinl 16" Classic Custom Trash Stack

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Meinl 16" Classic Custom Trash Stack

Meinl

16" Classic Custom Trash Stack

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 406165
Brand: Meinl
Model: 16" Classic Custom Trash Stack
Category: Cymbal Stacks
Price: $317.90

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This Meinl Classic Custom Trash Stack is a fantastic choice for drummers seeking a truly unique, trashy sound. It’s perfect for modern, experimental music, hip-hop, and anything needing that gritty, unconventional percussive element – it's a real character piece that sits nicely without overpowering.

Product Description

Meinl 16" Classic Custom Trash Stack, Cymbal Stack, Classic Custom Series, Size: 16", Dry and trashy stack with a short sustain and little overtone

PROS
  • • Trashy, complex overtones create unique rhythmic textures.
  • • B20 bronze alloy delivers a darker, drier sound than typical stacks.
  • • Relatively lightweight for easy handling and quick transitions.
  • • Meinl’s Classic Custom series offers excellent value for the quality.
CONS
  • • Limited versatility; excels at trashy sounds, less suited for shimmering crashes.
  • • The short sustain might be restrictive for some playing styles.
  • • The dry sound can sometimes lack warmth in certain mixes.

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Key Features

Size 16 in
Material B20 Bronze
Components One top cymbal and one bottom cymbal fused together
Sound Character Dry, trashy, short sustain, complex overtones
Weight Approximately 1.3 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s drier and less aggressively trashy than some extreme options, offering a more controlled and musical 'trash' sound.
While it excels at louder sounds, skillful dampening can reveal some subtle, textural nuances, but it's not its primary strength.
A standard cymbal felt and wingnut setup works best to preserve its unique sound and prevent unwanted resonance.

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