Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Extra Ham.China

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Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Extra Ham.China

Meinl

18" Pure Alloy Extra Ham.China

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 606875
Brand: Meinl
Model: 18" Pure Alloy Extra Ham.China
Price: $328.90

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This Pure Alloy China is a real gem – offering a unique blend of warmth and trashiness you won't find elsewhere. It's fantastic for drummers seeking a nuanced, expressive China that sits well in a variety of genres, especially rock, metal, and cinematic scoring, where a bit of controlled chaos is desired.

Product Description

  • Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Extra Ham.China
  • China Cymbal
  • Size: 18"
  • Pure Alloy Series
  • Pure alloy
  • Traditional finish
  • Extra deep hammering
  • Powerful and warm sound
  • Clear attack and complex
  • trashy decay
  • Mechanically hammered
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • The Pure Alloy blend delivers a uniquely warm, complex tone.
  • • Extra deep hammering creates a wonderfully trashy, evolving decay.
  • • German craftsmanship ensures exceptional durability and consistent quality.
  • • Mechanically hammered construction yields nuanced, organic sonic textures.
CONS
  • • The 18” size might be too small for some wanting a truly massive China sound.
  • • Pure Alloy blends aren't as bright or cutting as B18 or B20 alloys.
  • • The price point places it in a premium-priced category.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 18"
Material Meinl Pure Alloy (B65 Bronze)
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Warm, Trashy, Complex, Powerful
Weight Medium-Heavy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pure Alloy is generally warmer and more complex, lacking the shimmering brilliance of Byzance lines, offering a more raw and organic feel.
Yes, the extra deep hammering provides a much longer, more chaotic decay and a more pronounced trashy quality compared to a standard China.
While warm, the Pure Alloy still has a clear attack; however, it's not designed for extreme cutting power and may require careful EQing in dense mixes.

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