Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Custom Thin Cr.

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Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Custom Thin Cr.

Meinl

18" Pure Alloy Custom Thin Cr.

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 558059
Brand: Meinl
Model: 18" Pure Alloy Custom Thin Cr.
Price: $328.90

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This Meinl Pure Alloy crash is a beautifully crafted cymbal – really lovely for jazz, folk, and softer rock styles. The thinness gives it a fantastic, immediate response, and the Pure Alloy blend keeps the tone from being overly bright. It's a fantastic option for players seeking a nuanced and musical crash without the volume of a heavier cymbal.

Product Description

  • Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Custom Thin Cr.
  • Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 18"
  • Extra thin hammered
  • Warm
  • slightly washed-out tone with short sustain
  • Wide dynamic range
  • Finish: Smoke Bronze
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Smoke Bronze finish provides a unique, diffused shimmer.
  • • German manufacturing ensures consistent quality and precise hammering.
  • • Thin profile delivers a quick attack and easy responsiveness.
  • • Pure Alloy blend creates a warm, musical tone avoiding harshness.
CONS
  • • Short sustain limits its use in louder, more complex arrangements.
  • • Smoke Bronze finish can be prone to fingerprints and slight smudging.
  • • Its 'washed-out' tone isn't ideal for bright, aggressive musical styles.

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Key Features

Size 18"
Material B20 Bronze Alloy
Finish Smoke Bronze
Sound Character Warm, Musical, Washed-Out
Weight Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pure Alloy aims for a warmer, more controlled sound than B8, but lacks the complexity and projection of B10 bronze.
The finish primarily affects the visual appearance, but it does subtly diffuse the cymbal's overtones, contributing to the 'washed-out' character.
While thin, Meinl's hammering process provides reasonable durability; however, handle with care to avoid cracking, especially with aggressive playing.

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