Meinl 20" Byzance Dual Trash Crash
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Meinl
20" Byzance Dual Trash Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
483034
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
20" Byzance Dual Trash Crash
Category:
20" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Byzance Dual Trash is a seriously cool cymbal – the contrasting finishes give it a unique trashy character while maintaining clarity. It's ideal for drummers in funk, hip-hop, and electronic music who need that short, cutting crash sound, and it'll cut through a dense mix beautifully. Expect a lot of character and vibe, but be mindful of its delicate nature.
Product Description
- Meinl 20" Byzance Dual Trash Crash
- Dual Trash Cymbal
- Size: 20"
- Material: B20 Bronze
- Hand-hammered
- Extra Dry (natural) and Brilliant finish
- Exciting contrast between Extra Dry and Brilliant finish due to the combination of hammering and turning
- Thin
- fast decaying cymbal with deep fundamental tone
PROS
- • B20 bronze delivers complex, shimmering overtones.
- • Dual finish creates unique trashy, yet articulate response.
- • Thin profile ensures rapid decay, perfect for modern grooves.
- • Hand-hammering adds character and nuanced sonic textures.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many drummers.
- • Limited versatility; excels in specific genres, less so in others.
- • Thinness means it's potentially fragile and requires careful handling.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Extra Dry/Brilliant
Sound Character
Trashy, Fast Decay, Deep Fundamental
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Extra Dry side provides a darker, more muted trashiness, while the Brilliant side adds shimmer and clarity – the combination offers a wider range of sonic possibilities than a single finish would.
While it can be used quietly, its inherent trashiness and quick decay are best suited for louder, more dynamic settings where its unique character can really shine.
Meinl’s Byzance series often has a more refined and complex trash sound than some other brands; it’s not just raw noise, but a textured, musical chaos.
