Meinl 22" Byz. Dark B.Apple Tr.Light

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Meinl 22" Byz. Dark B.Apple Tr.Light

Meinl

22" Byz. Dark B.Apple Tr.Light

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 527546
Brand: Meinl
Model: 22" Byz. Dark B.Apple Tr.Light
Price: $680.90

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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

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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.

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