Meinl 18" Byzance Dual Crash
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Meinl
18" Byzance Dual Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
358824
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
18" Byzance Dual Crash
Category:
18" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$437.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Byzance Dual Crash is a beautifully crafted cymbal, offering a really interesting contrast between the dry, almost muted core and the brighter, shimmering edge. It’s fantastic for players seeking a more controlled crash with a touch of sophistication – think jazz, funk, or anyone wanting to dial back the wash in a rock or pop setting.
Product Description
- Meinl 18" Byzance Dry Dual Crash
- Crash Cymbal
- Size: 18"
- Byzance series
- B18DUC
- Extra dry (natural) and brilliant finish
- Material: B20 Bronze
- Hand hammered
- Exciting contrast between extra dry and brilliant finish through the combination of hammering and turning
- Thin
- fast decaying cymbal with moderate sustain
- Two playing areas for riding and crashing
PROS
- • B20 bronze delivers a complex, nuanced tonal character.
- • Dual finish creates a unique, versatile sonic palette.
- • Thin profile provides a fast attack and quick decay.
- • Meinl’s hammering adds warmth and responsiveness.
CONS
- • Price point places it in a premium-priced category.
- • Dry character limits its appeal for brighter, more cutting sounds.
- • Limited sustain might not suit all playing styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Extra dry & brilliant
Sound Character
Extra dry, complex, nuanced
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The dry finish dampens high frequencies, resulting in a shorter sustain and a more focused, less washy sound compared to a traditional brilliant finish.
While the hammering is extensive, the density and pattern vary slightly to create the contrasting zones, so the response isn’t uniform.
Due to its thinner profile and dry characteristics, it will generally be quieter than a heavier, more traditionally voiced 18 in crash.
