Meinl 18" Byzance Extra Dry China
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Meinl
18" Byzance Extra Dry China
Product Info
Article Number:
248418
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
18" Byzance Extra Dry China
Category:
18" China Cymbals
Price:
$449.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Meinl Extra Dry China is a serious contender if you're after a dark, complex, and truly unique cymbal sound. It’s ideal for drummers in film scoring, progressive rock, or anyone looking to add a uniquely textured accent to their kit – just be mindful of its fragility and price point.
Product Description
- Meinl 18" Byzance Extra Dry China
- 18" Extra Dry China Cymbal
- Byzance Series
- Alloy: B20 bronze
- Finish: Extra dry
- Production: Hand hammered
- This unique China has a dark
- dirty sound that delivers a wide spectrum of frequencies and an explosive attack
PROS
- • Exceptional dark, trashy timbre perfect for cinematic and experimental music.
- • Hand-hammering provides nuanced tonal complexity and responsiveness.
- • B20 bronze alloy offers a warm, full foundation for the dry character.
- • Meinl’s Byzance series consistently delivers high-quality craftsmanship and durability.
CONS
- • The 'extra dry' finish can be quite brittle and prone to cracking with aggressive playing.
- • Limited versatility; excels in specific genres, less ideal for bright, crisp sounds.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
B20 bronze
Finish
Extra dry
Sound Character
Dark, trashy, explosive
Weight
Medium-thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
Unlike the traditional China, this one leans heavily into a dry, almost muted quality; it's less wash, more focused on the trashy overtones.
It's entirely about the sound; the minimal lathing creates the signature dry, choked response and contributes to the complex overtones.
The build quality, tonal complexity, and nuanced response are significantly better than budget options – if you value that, it's a worthwhile upgrade.
