Meinl 21" Byzance Vintage C Squared
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Meinl
21" Byzance Vintage C Squared
Product Info
Article Number:
505973
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
21" Byzance Vintage C Squared
Category:
21" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$614.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Meinl Byzance Vintage C Squared 21' Ride is a serious contender for drummers seeking a vintage-inspired sound with modern playability. Chris Coleman's input delivers a powerful yet controllable ride, perfect for rock, funk, and soulful grooves where a warm, defined wash and assertive bell are key. It's a high-end option that offers a distinctive voice.
Product Description
- Meinl 21" Byzance Vintage C Squared
- Ride Cymbal
- Size: 21"
- Chris Coleman Signature Ride
- Byzance Vintage Series
- B20 Bronze
- Very good stick response and presence
- Holes on the rim allow better control over the bounce of the ride and give it definition
- The thick bell asserts itself perfectly in the band context and gets its warm and musical character from the additional hand hammering
PROS
- • B20 bronze delivers a warm, complex wash and shimmering highs.
- • Chris Coleman’s signature voicing offers a powerful, controlled stick response.
- • Hand-hammered character provides a uniquely musical and expressive tone.
- • C Squared holes enhance stick definition and control the cymbal’s bounce.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many drummers.
- • Bell can be overwhelming in smaller, quieter musical settings.
- • The vintage profile might lack the cutting edge some modern players desire.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
21 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Natural
Sound Character
Warm, complex, shimmering, articulate
Bell Size
4.5 in
Weight
2100 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
The holes primarily reduce sustain and dampen unwanted overtones, offering more control and a quicker decay.
While excellent for rock and funk, the vintage voicing might be too dark for very bright, modern genres like EDM or metal.
It sits comfortably in the middle of the Byzance Vintage range; not as loud as the Traditional series, but more present than the more mellow Earth series.
