Meinl 20" Byzance Polyphonic Ride
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Meinl
20" Byzance Polyphonic Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
606863
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
20" Byzance Polyphonic Ride
Category:
20" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Byzance Polyphonic is a beautifully crafted ride that offers a ton of sonic possibilities. It's got a lovely warm wash, a powerful bell, and responds incredibly well – perfect for players who want a ride that can do more than just 'tick.' Ideal for jazz, fusion, and modern worship where nuance and texture are key.
Product Description
- Meinl 20" Byzance Polyphonic Ride
- Ride Cymbal
- Byzance Series
- Traditional model
- Size: 20"
- B20 bronze alloy
- Hand-hammered
- Extra large bell in raw finish with clear and dry sound
- Quick response
- Open sound
- Manufacturer designation: B20POR
- Made in Turkey
PROS
- • Exceptional complexity and wash due to intricate hammering.
- • B20 bronze provides a warm, dark, and full tonal spectrum.
- • Large bell delivers a powerful, resonant, and defined projection.
- • Quick response allows for precise articulation and nuanced playing.
CONS
- • The raw bell finish can be prone to oxidation and requires maintenance.
- • Polyphonic nature might not suit players seeking a purely trashy or splashy ride.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20"
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Raw (Bell), Lighter Hammered (Body)
Sound Character
Complex, Warm, Dark, Dry, Washy
Bell Size
Extra Large
Weight
Approximately 2300g (5.1 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The raw finish isn't lacquered, so it will naturally oxidize. This alters the appearance but doesn't drastically change the sound, though some players prefer to maintain the raw look with occasional cleaning.
The Polyphonic focuses on complex overtones and wash; other Byzance models might be more direct or focused on a drier, more cutting sound.
While versatile, the darker tone and complex wash might get lost in very aggressive, high-volume rock or metal; it's best suited for styles prioritizing atmosphere and nuance.
