Meinl 18"Byzance Medium Crash Brill.
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Meinl
18"Byzance Medium Crash Brill.
Product Info
Article Number:
221557
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
18"Byzance Medium Crash Brill.
Category:
18" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$427.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 18in Byzance Medium Crash is a seriously beautiful cymbal. It's got that classic, bright Meinl sound but with a refined complexity thanks to the hand-hammering. It’s a great choice for rock, pop, or anything needing a crisp, articulate crash without overwhelming the kit – perfect for gigging musicians and studio work.
Product Description
- Meinl 18"Byzance Medium Crash Brill.
- Medium Crash Cymbal
- Byzance series
- B18MC-B
- Size: 18"
- Brilliant model
- Bright
- brilliant overtones with a medium sustain
- Material: B20 Bronze hand-hammered
PROS
- • Hand-hammered B20 bronze delivers complex, shimmering overtones.
- • Medium weight provides a controlled, responsive crash and sustain.
- • Brilliant finish enhances projection and visual appeal onstage.
- • Meinl’s Byzance series offers a refined, professional-grade sound.
CONS
- • The medium sustain might be limiting for players needing longer decay.
- • Brilliant finish shows fingerprints and requires more frequent cleaning.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for beginners.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Brilliant
Sound Character
Bright, shimmering, complex
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Byzance has a brighter, more shimmering tone with more complex overtones; the Traditional offers a darker, more fundamental wash.
It’s durable, but the bright finish will show marks more easily than a more matte finish, requiring more diligent care.
