Meinl 18" Byzance Vintage Pure Trash

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Meinl 18" Byzance Vintage Pure Trash

Meinl

18" Byzance Vintage Pure Trash

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 510243
Brand: Meinl
Model: 18" Byzance Vintage Pure Trash
Price: $416.90

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This Meinl Pure Trash is a character piece, no doubt. It’s got that raw, vintage vibe – think old New Orleans jazz or gritty rock – thanks to the hammering and the natural bronze. If you’re after a crash that cuts through a dense mix and brings a unique, almost percussive element, this is a fantastic choice.

Product Description

  • Meinl 18" Byzance Vintage Pure Trash
  • Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 18"
  • Finish: Natural
  • Material: B20 Bronze
  • Hand-hammered
  • Dry sound with very fast decay
PROS
  • • B20 bronze delivers a complex, trashy sonic character.
  • • Hand-hammering creates unique sonic textures and responsiveness.
  • • Fast decay makes it ideal for layered or busy drum grooves.
  • • Natural finish preserves the bronze’s inherent tonal qualities.
CONS
  • • Limited versatility; excels in specific genres, less suited for clean sounds.
  • • Premium-priced; a significant investment for many drummers.
  • • Can be overly 'trashy' for players seeking a more refined crash.

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Key Features

Size 18 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Natural
Sound Character Dry, fast decay, trashy
Weight Medium-thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s significantly drier and more textured than the standard Vintage crashes; the hammering is more pronounced, resulting in a more aggressive and complex sound.
It’s definitely a distinct sound, but you can control it with stick choice and playing technique; lighter sticks and softer hits will tame it somewhat.
It really shines in genres like jazz, blues, rock, and experimental music where a raw, unconventional crash sound is desired.

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