Meinl 22" Byzance Dark B.Apple Flat

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Meinl 22" Byzance Dark B.Apple Flat

Meinl

22" Byzance Dark B.Apple Flat

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 581843
Brand: Meinl
Model: 22" Byzance Dark B.Apple Flat
Price: $680.90

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This Meinl Byzance Dark B.Apple Flat is a beautifully crafted ride, delivering a warm, controlled sound with incredible stick definition. It's perfect for jazz, funk, and softer rock styles where a nuanced, earthy tone is desired. The lack of a bell focuses the sound, making it ideal for those seeking a more intimate and focused ride cymbal.

Product Description

  • Meinl 22" Byzance Dark B.Apple Flat
  • Flat Ride
  • Size: 22"
  • Big Apple Dark Flat Ride
  • Byzance Series
  • Material: B20 Bronze
  • Hand hammered
  • Without bell
  • Dynamic
  • light flat ride with earthy character and clear stick definition
PROS
  • • Exceptional stick definition for crisp, articulate patterns.
  • • Warm, earthy undertones provide a unique sonic signature.
  • • Hand-hammering creates complex overtones and a lively response.
  • • Flat profile yields a controlled wash, avoiding excessive sustain.
CONS
  • • The darker tone might be too subdued for brighter genres like metal.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.
  • • Flat design limits bell functionality, impacting crash potential.

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Key Features

Size 22 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Dark, Hand-Hammered
Sound Character Earthy, Warm, Defined
Bell Size Absent
Weight Medium-Thin (approx. 2100g)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s more focused and less washy than the standard Dark rides; the flat profile significantly impacts the overall sustain and timbre.
Absolutely; the hammering creates a subtle texture and adds complexity to the overtones, making it more responsive and lively than a machine-lathed cymbal.
Yes, its controlled dynamics and articulate stick definition make it highly versatile for capturing a clean and detailed drum sound.

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