Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Thin Crash

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Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Thin Crash

Meinl

20" Byzance Extra Thin Crash

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Product Info

Article Number: 264366
Brand: Meinl
Model: 20" Byzance Extra Thin Crash
Price: $517.00

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This 20in Byzance Extra Thin crash is a beauty – truly a top-tier crash for players prioritizing musicality and nuanced expression. It's ideal for jazz, orchestral, and lighter rock styles where a refined and complex wash is desired. Be mindful of its fragility, though; it's not a workhorse for heavy hitters.

Product Description

  • Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Thin Crash
  • Crash Cymbal
  • Byzance series
  • 20 "Extra thin hammered crash
  • Traditional model
  • Byzance cymbals are handmade in Turkey
  • Refined and reworked by Meinl
  • Warm crash sound with an extremely wide dynamic range
  • Energetic
  • exploding attack with a loud
  • powerful and pleasant decay
PROS
  • • Exceptional responsiveness; reacts beautifully to subtle playing dynamics.
  • • The hammering creates complex overtones, adding shimmer and depth.
  • • Byzance series bronze offers a warm, musical, and controlled sound.
  • • Extremely thin profile allows for a quick, explosive initial attack.
CONS
  • • The thinness makes it susceptible to cracking with aggressive playing.
  • • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for budget-conscious drummers.
  • • May lack the cutting power needed for heavier, more modern genres.

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Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B20 Bronze (92% Copper, 8% Tin)
Finish Natural
Sound Character Warm, Musical, Explosive, Complex Overtone Profile
Weight Extra Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Extra Thin is significantly more responsive and has a quicker decay than the Traditional, sacrificing some sustain and projection for that immediate, explosive attack.
Yes, but handle with care! The thinness means it's more delicate, so consistent, controlled playing is essential to avoid damage.
It shines in genres where subtlety and a warm, complex sound are valued – think jazz, orchestral, and softer rock – but it may be too gentle for heavier styles.

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