Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Dry M. Ride

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Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Dry M. Ride

Meinl

20" Byzance Extra Dry M. Ride

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 151059
Brand: Meinl
Model: 20" Byzance Extra Dry M. Ride
Price: $526.90

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This Meinl Byzance Extra Dry ride is a specialist’s dream. It's built for players seeking a seriously damped, controlled ride sound—think jazz, neo-soul, or anything where you need to whisper rather than shout. The thinness makes it surprisingly responsive despite the dry character, making it a joy to play.

Product Description

  • Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Dry M. Ride
  • Medium Ride Cymbal
  • Size: 20"
  • Byzance Series
  • Extra dry "natural" version
  • Extremely dry ride sound
  • Very deep
  • warm tone
  • Material: B20 Bronze
  • hand-hammered
PROS
  • • Exceptional dry, complex wash ideal for nuanced playing.
  • • Hand-hammered lathing creates intricate stick definition.
  • • B20 bronze alloy delivers warm, dark, and full tonal character.
  • • Thin profile enhances responsiveness and reduces fatigue during long gigs.
CONS
  • • Limited versatility; not suitable for bright or splashy playing styles.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.
  • • The very dry sound might be too muted for some musical contexts.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Hand-Hammered, Extra Dry
Sound Character Dry, Dark, Warm
Bell Size 4 in
Weight Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's noticeably drier than the Traditional Extra Dry, with a more complex and nuanced wash due to the hand-hammering.
While thin, the B20 bronze and Meinl’s construction mean it's surprisingly robust, though it's best handled with care.
It’s not the ideal choice for those genres; the dry sound will be swallowed by heavier instrumentation and may lack the necessary projection.

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