Meinl 18" Pure Alloy E.Hammered Cr.
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Meinl
18" Pure Alloy E.Hammered Cr.
Product Info
Article Number:
581404
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
18" Pure Alloy E.Hammered Cr.
Category:
18" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$339.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Meinl Pure Alloy crash is a real gem for players wanting a warm, musical sound without the harshness of brighter cymbals. It's fantastic for genres like jazz, acoustic, and lighter rock where you need a responsive, articulate crash that doesn't overpower the kit. A great all-around option at a reasonable price point.
Product Description
- Meinl 18" Pure Alloy E.Hammered Cr.
- Crash Cymbal
- Size: 18"
- Pure Alloy Series
- Finish: Traditional
- Thickness: medium thin
- Strong machine hammering
- Fast and powerful attack with a warm sound that decays quite quickly
PROS
- • The Pure Alloy blend delivers a surprisingly warm, complex fundamental tone.
- • E.Hammering creates a responsive, lively wash with excellent articulation.
- • Medium-thin weight provides a fast attack and quick decay, perfect for dynamic playing.
- • Meinl’s traditional hammering process ensures consistent quality and a pleasing visual aesthetic.
CONS
- • The relatively quick decay limits its suitability for extended, shimmering washes.
- • Pure Alloy isn't as bright or cutting as B12 or B8 bronze alloys.
- • The sound, while warm, may be too mellow for players seeking a very bright crash.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18"
Material
Meinl Pure Alloy (Bronze Alloy)
Finish
Traditional (Hammered)
Sound Character
Warm, articulate, fast attack, quick decay
Weight
Medium Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pure Alloy is generally warmer and more focused than the more complex, shimmering Byzance series, lacking the same level of overtones.
While it’s responsive, the medium-thin weight and quick decay means it won't project as powerfully as heavier, brighter crashes designed for those genres.
Meinl’s hammering is consistent across their E.Hammered line, but each cymbal will have a unique pattern, leading to subtle tonal variations – that’s part of the charm.
