Meinl 18"Byzance J. Extra Thin Crash

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Meinl 18"Byzance J. Extra Thin Crash

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18"Byzance J. Extra Thin Crash

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 221828
Brand: Meinl
Model: 18"Byzance J. Extra Thin Crash
Price: $437.80

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This Meinl Byzance J. Extra Thin crash is a beautifully crafted cymbal perfect for jazz, Latin, and quieter studio work. Its quick response and warm tone provide a sophisticated sonic palette, but be mindful of its delicate build – it’s not for heavy hitters.

Product Description

  • Meinl 18"Byzance J. Extra Thin Crash
  • Crash Cymbal
  • Byzance series
  • Size: 18"
  • Extra thin jazz model (brilliant)
  • Fast and explosive response
  • Very quiet cymbal with dynamic response and moderate sustain
  • Material: B20 Bronze
  • hand-hammered
PROS
  • • Exceptional responsiveness due to the extra-thin profile.
  • • B20 bronze delivers a warm, complex, and musical tone.
  • • Hand-hammering creates nuanced overtones and a refined character.
  • • Quiet nature makes it ideal for sensitive jazz and studio settings.
CONS
  • • Limited volume range restricts its use in louder, heavier musical styles.
  • • Extra-thin design makes it more susceptible to damage from aggressive playing.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 18 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Brilliant
Sound Character Warm, complex, nuanced, quiet
Weight Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Extra Thin model offers a significantly faster response and quieter volume, while the standard version has more sustain and projection.
While it can be gigged with care, the thinness makes it more vulnerable to cracking; gentle playing is essential for longevity.
It excels in genres requiring subtlety and dynamic control, such as jazz, bossa nova, and acoustic recordings.

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