Meinl 20" Byzance Dual China

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Meinl 20" Byzance Dual China

Meinl

20" Byzance Dual China

5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 483038
Brand: Meinl
Model: 20" Byzance Dual China
Price: $548.90

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This Meinl Dual China is a beautifully crafted cymbal, offering a really unique blend of dry stick response and explosive crashes. It’s perfect for drummers in rock, pop, and fusion needing a focused, articulate China that cuts through a mix without overwhelming it. The craftsmanship is top-notch, and it's a real step up from entry-level options.

Product Description

  • Meinl 20" Byzance Dual China
  • Dual China Cymbal
  • Size: 20"
  • Material: B20 Bronze
  • Hand-hammered
  • Extra dry (natural) with a brilliant finish
  • Exciting contrast between extra dry and brilliant finish due to the combination of hammering and turning
  • Light
  • fast decay cymbal with deep fundamental pitch
PROS
  • • The B20 bronze delivers a complex, shimmering wash with excellent projection.
  • • Dual hammering creates a dynamic contrast; dry stick definition meets explosive crashes.
  • • The brilliant finish enhances clarity and cut, useful for modern and layered sounds.
  • • Fast decay prevents muddiness in dense, layered drum kits – a real benefit.
CONS
  • • The dry character might not suit players seeking a very trashy, overtly chaotic China sound.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.
  • • While versatile, its focused sound excels in certain genres and may be less adaptable than some others.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Brilliant/Natural (Dual Finish)
Sound Character Extra Dry, Fast Decay, Brilliant
Weight Medium-Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s drier and more focused; traditional Chinas often have a more chaotic, trashy wash – this one prioritizes clarity and articulation.
Like all brilliant finishes, it will show wear over time, but Meinl’s quality means it should hold up well with reasonable care.
It shines in genres needing precision and articulation, such as modern rock, pop, funk, and even some jazz where a clean China sound is desired.

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