Meinl 22" Byz. Dark B.Apple Tr.Light
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Meinl
22" Byz. Dark B.Apple Tr.Light
Product Info
Article Number:
527546
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
22" Byz. Dark B.Apple Tr.Light
Category:
22" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$680.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Meinl Byzance Dark B.Apple Tr.Light is a beautifully crafted ride, offering a warm, controlled wash and a distinct woody stick sound. It’s a fantastic choice for jazz, fusion, and softer rock players seeking a sophisticated, nuanced cymbal that cuts through without being overly aggressive. The hand-hammering really gives it a unique character.
Product Description
- Meinl 22" Byz. Dark B.Apple Tr.Light
- Light Ride Cymbal
- Size: 22"
- Byzance Series
- Big Apple Dark Tradition Series
- B20 Bronze
- Hand-hammered
- The small bell and its steep profile in combination with the non-turned top provide a warm
- wooden stick definition
- The unlathed underside opens up the sound for rich crashes while creating a base of warm undertones
PROS
- • Warm, woody stick definition from hand-hammered bell profile
- • Unlathed underside provides rich, wash with warm undertones
- • B20 bronze alloy delivers complex, nuanced tonal character
- • Meinl’s Byzance Dark series offers consistent, high-quality craftsmanship
CONS
- • Higher price point reflects premium materials and hand-hammering
- • Light weight may lack sustain for louder, more aggressive playing styles
- • Darker sound profile isn’t ideal for bright, modern music genres
Product Video
Key Features
Size
22 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Hand-Hammered, Non-Turned Top
Sound Character
Warm, Dark, Washy
Bell Size
Small
Weight
Light
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Frequently Asked Questions
The steep profile and small bell create a more focused, woody stick sound, contributing to the overall warm and complex tone – less piercing than a traditional bell.
It’s both; the lighter weight allows for more responsiveness and a quicker decay, while also contributing to the cymbal’s wash and overall dark timbre.
Compared to other Byzance Dark rides, this B.Apple Tr.Light model leans more towards a focused stick sound and a lighter feel, while maintaining the signature dark, complex character.
