Meinl 20" Byzance Dual Crash/Ride
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Meinl
20" Byzance Dual Crash/Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
358876
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
20" Byzance Dual Crash/Ride
Category:
20" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Meinl Byzance Dual Crash/Ride is a real conversation starter. It’s a versatile cymbal offering a unique blend of crash and ride capabilities, perfect for players wanting a warm, complex sound without a huge, overpowering bell. Great for jazz, fusion, or anyone seeking a more nuanced rhythmic voice.
Product Description
- Meinl 20" Byzance Dual Crash/Ride
- Crash/ride Cymbal
- Size: 20"
- Byzance Series
- B20DUCR
- Extra dry (natural) and brilliant finish
- Material: B20 bronze
- Hand hammered
- Exciting contrast between extra dry and brilliant finish due to the combination of hammering and lathing
- Thin
- fast decaying cymbal with a deep fundamental tone
- Two playing surfaces for riding and crashing
PROS
- • The dual finish creates a unique, complex wash and dynamic response.
- • B20 bronze delivers warm, full tones with excellent sustain.
- • Hand hammering provides nuanced articulation and a lively feel.
- • Thin profile allows for fast, responsive crashes and a quick ride pattern.
CONS
- • The thinness makes it less durable for aggressive players.
- • The 'extra dry' character might lack sizzle for some genres.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20 in
Material
B20 bronze
Finish
Extra dry (natural) and brilliant
Sound Character
Warm, full, complex, fast decaying
Bell Size
Approximately 8 in
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The contrasting finishes create a subtly different stick response – the dry area feels more muted, while the brilliant area is more lively and responsive.
While it’s versatile, its thinness and ‘extra dry’ character make it less ideal for extremely aggressive playing styles where durability is paramount.
Unlike the standard Byzance rides, the Dual Crash/Ride prioritizes a crash-friendly response, trading some sustain for quicker decay and a more integrated crash sound.
