Meinl 20" Pure Alloy Custom Ride
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Meinl
20" Pure Alloy Custom Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
501505
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
20" Pure Alloy Custom Ride
Category:
20" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$394.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Pure Alloy Custom Ride delivers a focused, articulate sound with a pleasant warmth. It’s a great choice for drummers needing a clear, responsive ride for genres like jazz, funk, or lighter rock – players who value clarity over a long, drawn-out shimmer.
Product Description
- Meinl 20" Pure Alloy Custom Ride
- Medium Thin Ride
- Size: 20"
- Series: Pure Alloy Custom
- Finish: Smoke bronze
- Warm
- slightly washed tone with a short sustain
- Wide dynamic range
- PAC20MTR
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Exceptional clarity and articulation due to the Pure Alloy blend.
- • Smoke bronze finish provides a unique aesthetic and tonal warmth.
- • PAC20MTR lathing creates a responsive, controlled wash.
- • German craftsmanship ensures high-quality construction and durability.
CONS
- • The short sustain limits its use in extended, shimmering passages.
- • The medium-thin weight may not appeal to players seeking a heavier ride.
- • Pure Alloy series lacks the complexity of some higher-end B12 or B20 alloys.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20in
Material
Meinl Pure Alloy
Finish
Smoke bronze
Sound Character
Warm, slightly washed tone
Bell Size
4.5in
Weight
Medium Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pure Alloy offers a brighter, more direct sound with quicker response, lacking the complex overtones of B8 or B20 – it’s a different sonic signature.
Yes, it provides a subtle, musical wash that’s more pronounced than a dry ride but not as expansive as a fully shimmering ride – it’s a balanced characteristic.
The smoke finish is relatively durable but will naturally darken and develop a patina with use, enhancing its character over time.
