Meinl 20" Classics Custom Dual Ride
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Meinl
20" Classics Custom Dual Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
528059
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
20" Classics Custom Dual Ride
Category:
20" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$284.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Classics Custom Dual Ride is a solid workhorse – great for rock, metal, and modern pop. Meinl’s nailed the balance here: you get a warm core with plenty of explosive shimmer when you need it. It’s a really well-rounded ride that'll fit into a lot of different setups without being overly specialized.
Product Description
- Meinl 20" Classics Custom Dual Ride
- Ride Cymbal
- Size: 20"
- Material: B-12 Bronze
- Finish: Dark / Brilliant
- Warm sounds and explosive response
- Recommended for the following styles: Metal
- Rock
- Fusion
- Studio
PROS
- • B-12 bronze alloy delivers a warm, complex, and musical fundamental tone.
- • Dual lathing creates a responsive wash and articulate stick definition.
- • Dark/brilliant finish provides a balanced aesthetic and controlled overtones.
- • Well-built and lathed edge enhances stick feel and projection.
CONS
- • Might be too dark sounding for players needing a bright, shimmering ride.
- • The heavier weight (around 2100g) could be tiring for extended playing.
- • While versatile, it excels in rock/metal, potentially limiting jazz applications.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20"
Material
B-12 Bronze
Finish
Dark / Brilliant
Sound Character
Warm, Explosive, Musical
Bell Size
6.5"
Weight
2100g
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Dual Ride sits in the middle ground; it's not as loud or sustaining as the fully lathed models, but it offers more projection than the hand-hammered versions.
The darker finish does subtly dampen higher frequencies, contributing to the overall warmer and more controlled sound. It's not a dramatic change, but it's noticeable compared to a fully brilliant finish.
Absolutely, the explosive response and defined stick attack will help it cut through, especially if you emphasize the bell and edge playing techniques.
