Meinl 18" Byzance Trash China Trad.
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Meinl
18" Byzance Trash China Trad.
Product Info
Article Number:
557697
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
18" Byzance Trash China Trad.
Category:
18" China Cymbals
Price:
$437.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Meinl Byzance Trash China Trad is a powerhouse for modern, aggressive styles. It's perfect for rock, metal, and electronic music where you need that chaotic, attention-grabbing sound, but be aware it's not a subtle cymbal. The B-20 bronze gives it a unique character that’s a step above your typical trash china.
Product Description
- Meinl 18" Byzance Trash China Trad.
- Trash China Cymbal
- Size: 18"
- Byzance Series
- Traditional model
- Material: B-20 Bronze
- Trashy explosive China sound with a little more bite and shorter sustain due to the 6 holes
PROS
- • B-20 bronze delivers a complex, trashy, yet musical tone.
- • Six precisely placed holes create explosive, controlled trashiness.
- • The thinner profile provides a quick response and shorter sustain.
- • Meinl's Byzance series quality ensures excellent durability and consistent sound.
CONS
- • The 'trashy' nature limits its versatility in more subtle musical contexts.
- • B-20 bronze can be prone to patina and requires regular cleaning.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many drummers.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18"
Material
B-20 Bronze
Finish
Natural
Sound Character
Trashy, explosive, biting, short sustain
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
This 'Trad' model has a more focused, biting trash sound compared to the 'Medial' or 'Fast' versions, due to the bronze alloy and hole placement.
While it's undeniably trashy, the B-20 bronze prevents it from being completely unpleasant; it retains a surprising amount of musicality despite the aggressive character.
The hole placement is very well-defined, so you'll get a predictable and consistent trash sound regardless of where you hit it, which is great for reliable performance.
