Meinl 20" Byzance Medium Ride

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Meinl 20" Byzance Medium Ride

Meinl

20" Byzance Medium Ride

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 148556
Brand: Meinl
Model: 20" Byzance Medium Ride
Price: $548.90

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This Meinl Byzance Medium Ride is a beautifully crafted cymbal offering a refined, controlled sound. It’s a fantastic choice for drummers seeking a versatile ride that works well in a wide range of genres, from jazz and fusion to rock and pop – especially those wanting a more vintage-inspired tone without excessive brightness.

Product Description

  • Meinl 20" Byzance Medium Ride
  • Medium Ride
  • Size: 20"
  • Byzance series
  • Traditional finish
  • Handmade in Turkey
  • Refined and revised by Meinl
  • Balanced
  • always controllable stick articulation with a defined ping and a pleasant overtones
  • Warm fundamental tone with medium decay
PROS
  • • Exceptional clarity and sustain thanks to the B20 bronze alloy.
  • • Balanced wash and stick definition create a versatile ride sound.
  • • Traditional finish enhances warmth and complexity over time.
  • • Hand-hammered construction provides nuanced tonal character.
CONS
  • • The medium weight might feel heavy for players preferring lighter cymbals.
  • • The 'ping' is present but not as pronounced as some brighter rides.
  • • Price point places it in the premium-priced category.

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Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Balanced, warm, articulate
Bell Size 6 in
Weight Medium (approx. 2000g)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Traditional offers a more complex, 'washed-out' sound with more overtones, while the Medium is more focused and controlled with a clearer stick sound.
Traditional finishes are inherently more susceptible to cracking than more modern finishes, but Meinl’s quality control minimizes this risk with proper hammering and care.
It will gradually warm up and develop more complexity, but it's not a dramatically dark cymbal - expect a refined, balanced tone to evolve.

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