Meinl 19" Byzance Polyphonic Crash

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Meinl 19" Byzance Polyphonic Crash

Meinl

19" Byzance Polyphonic Crash

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 533354
Brand: Meinl
Model: 19" Byzance Polyphonic Crash
Price: $493.90

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This Byzance Polyphonic is a seriously cool crash – it's got that dark, shimmering wash you hear on countless recordings. It's fantastic for players who want a quick response and a complex, nuanced sound, especially in jazz, orchestral, and more atmospheric settings. If you're looking for a unique crash that cuts through the mix without being overly aggressive, this is a strong contender.

Product Description

  • Meinl 19" Byzance Polyphonic Crash
  • Polyphonic Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 19"
  • Byzance Series
  • Traditional surface
  • Material: B-20 Bronze
  • Distinctly dark crash with thin edges and thicker
  • non-turned bell
  • Explosive response with short sustain
PROS
  • • B-20 bronze delivers a complex, shimmering dark wash.
  • • Thin edges provide exceptionally quick response and explosive attack.
  • • The unlathed bell offers a focused, darker tone than a traditional bell.
  • • Polyphonic voicing creates a wash of overtones and textural complexity.
CONS
  • • Price point places it in a premium-priced category for crash cymbals.
  • • Sustain, while short, might not suit players needing extended resonance.
  • • The darker character limits versatility in brighter, more contemporary genres.

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Key Features

Size 19"
Material B-20 Bronze
Finish Traditional (unlathed), hand-hammered
Sound Character Dark, complex, explosive, polyphonic
Weight Thin to Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

The polyphonic hammering creates a more complex overtone series, demanding a more sensitive touch to control the wash and prevent it from becoming muddy.
Yes, the unlathed bell produces a darker, more focused tone with less sustain, contributing to the cymbal's overall darker character and shorter decay.
Unlike the more traditional Byzance crashes, the Polyphonic model prioritizes complexity and a darker tone, foregoing some of the traditional brightness and longer sustain.

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