Meinl 17" Pure Alloy Custom Crash
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Meinl
17" Pure Alloy Custom Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
533371
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
17" Pure Alloy Custom Crash
Category:
17" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$306.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Pure Alloy crash is a fantastic option for drummers seeking a warm, responsive crash without the harshness sometimes found in brighter cymbals. It's a versatile choice for genres like jazz, acoustic, and lighter rock styles where a controlled, musical crash is desired. The build quality is superb, as you'd expect from a German-made Meinl.
Product Description
- Meinl 17" Pure Alloy Custom Crash
- Crash Cymbal
- Size: 17"
- Pure Alloy Custom Series
- Strength: medium thin
- Warm tone with short sustain
- Wide dynamic range
- Finish: Smoke Bronze
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • The Pure Alloy blend delivers a surprisingly warm, musical initial attack.
- • Meinl’s hammering creates complex overtones without being overwhelming.
- • The medium-thin weight provides responsiveness for quieter dynamic playing.
- • Smoke Bronze finish reduces stick marks and offers a sophisticated aesthetic.
CONS
- • The short sustain limits its effectiveness for large, reverb-heavy spaces.
- • Pure Alloy isn't as bright or cutting as traditional B12 bronze cymbals.
- • The price point places it in a premium-priced category for a 17” crash.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
17"
Material
Meinl Pure Alloy (B8 Bronze blend)
Finish
Smoke Bronze
Sound Character
Warm, musical, short sustain, wide dynamic range
Weight
Medium Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Pure Alloy is warmer and less complex than the Byzance line, offering a more direct and focused sound without the intricate shimmering overtones.
While it’s medium-thin, the Pure Alloy construction provides decent durability, but it's best suited for players with a moderate playing style – aggressive hitting will shorten its lifespan.
The finish primarily affects the visual appearance; it has a minimal impact on the cymbal's sonic character, mainly reducing stick marks.
