Meinl 16" Pure Alloy Thin Crash
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Meinl
16" Pure Alloy Thin Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
581805
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
16" Pure Alloy Thin Crash
Category:
16" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$273.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Meinl Pure Alloy crash is a surprisingly versatile option. The unique alloy gives it a warmer, more mellow tone than your typical bronze crash, while the thin profile keeps things lively. It’s a great choice for players in funk, soul, or lighter rock genres who want a quick, responsive crash without a ton of sustain.
Product Description
- Meinl 16" Pure Alloy Thin Crash
- Crash Cymbal
- Size: 16"
- Pure Alloy Series
- Finish: Traditional
- Mechanical high-tech hammering
- Versatile cymbal with fast attack
- warm sound and short sustain
PROS
- • The Pure Alloy blend offers a unique, warm tonal character absent in bronze cymbals.
- • Mechanical hammering provides a complex wash and pleasing, responsive stick definition.
- • Thin profile facilitates a quick attack, ideal for faster tempos and dynamic playing.
- • Traditional finish enhances the cymbal’s responsiveness and develops a pleasing patina.
CONS
- • Pure Alloy construction lacks the long-term tonal complexity of bronze alloys.
- • Sustain is noticeably shorter than typical bronze crash cymbals; less wash.
- • The tonal character might not appeal to players seeking a bright, cutting sound.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
16"
Material
Meinl Pure Alloy (B20 Bronze and Tin blend)
Finish
Traditional
Sound Character
Warm, fast attack, short sustain, complex wash
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's warmer and less cutting than a bronze crash; the alloy softens the high frequencies and emphasizes the lower-mids, offering a more mellow tone.
Yes, the traditional finish will develop a patina, but it will be less pronounced than with bronze cymbals due to the alloy composition.
While versatile, the shorter sustain and warmer tone make it less ideal for intensely aggressive, high-volume rock or metal styles.
