Meinl 20" Byzance China Traditional

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Meinl 20" Byzance China Traditional

Meinl

20" Byzance China Traditional

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 526350
Brand: Meinl
Model: 20" Byzance China Traditional
Price: $526.90

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This Meinl Byzance China Traditional is a beast – seriously explosive and full of character. It's perfect for rock, metal, and any genre where you need a big, raw, attention-grabbing sound. Just be mindful of its thinness; it's not a cymbal for relentless pounding.

Product Description

Meinl 20" Byzance China Traditional, China Cymbal, Size: 20", Traditional version, Explosive response with a wide sound spread, China sound with explosive response and long decay time

PROS
  • • Hand-hammered lathing creates complex overtones and a shimmering wash.
  • • B20 bronze alloy delivers a dark, rich tone with excellent projection.
  • • Traditional profile offers a raw, explosive response perfect for dynamic playing.
  • • The bell produces a focused, trashy character ideal for accents and swells.
CONS
  • • The explosive nature can be overwhelming for quieter, more subtle musical styles.
  • • The relatively thin weight makes it potentially susceptible to damage from aggressive playing.
  • • The traditional finish requires more frequent cleaning to maintain optimal sound and appearance.

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Key Features

Size 20"
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Traditional (Hand-Hammered, Unlathed)
Sound Character Dark, explosive, trashy, wide sound spread
Weight Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Traditional version is significantly more explosive and raw, lacking the controlled sustain of the Medium. The Medium is more versatile for gentler playing.
While all cymbals can crack, the unlathed nature of the Traditional finish makes it slightly more susceptible to stress fractures with improper handling or extreme temperature changes.
It excels in genres like hard rock, metal, and cinematic scoring where a dramatic, impactful sound is desired; quieter genres might find it too overpowering.

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