Meinl 20" Class. Cust. Dark Heavy Ri

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Meinl 20" Class. Cust. Dark Heavy Ri

Meinl

20" Class. Cust. Dark Heavy Ri

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 510231
Brand: Meinl
Model: 20" Class. Cust. Dark Heavy Ri
Price: $251.90

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This Meinl Classics Custom Dark Heavy Ride is a solid, well-built cymbal offering a beautifully dark and musical response. It's a great choice for drummers seeking a balanced ride with a touch of warmth and complexity – perfect for those playing genres needing a sophisticated, controlled sound without being overly splashy.

Product Description

  • Meinl 20" Class. Cust. Dark Heavy Ri
  • Ride Cymbal
  • Size: 20"
  • Classics Custom Dark series
  • Thickness: Heavy
  • Finish: Natural
  • Material: B12 bronze
  • A good balance between stick definition and noise
  • plus a touch of warmth and a full overtone spectrum when played loud
  • characterise this very innovative ride cymbal
  • Perfect for all musical situations
PROS
  • • B12 bronze delivers a complex, dark, and musical wash.
  • • Heavy weight provides excellent stick definition and sustain.
  • • Natural finish retains the bronze's character and responsiveness.
  • • Versatile enough for a wide range of genres, from jazz to rock.
CONS
  • • The darker sound might be too subdued for brighter musical styles.
  • • Heavy weight can be fatiguing for extended playing sessions.
  • • Classics Custom line sits in a mid-range price point; not budget-friendly.

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Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B12 bronze
Finish Natural
Sound Character Dark, warm, full overtone spectrum
Bell Size 4.5 in
Weight Heavy

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's slightly less sustaining than their Byzance Dark series, retaining a more focused and controlled response due to the heavier weight.
Yes, like all un-latted bronze cymbals, it will develop a patina over time, which is part of its character and doesn't affect the sound.
The bell is relatively mellow but still provides a clear, defined stick definition, blending well with the overall dark character.

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