Meinl 22" Byzance Extra Dry M. Ride

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Meinl 22" Byzance Extra Dry M. Ride

Meinl

22" Byzance Extra Dry M. Ride

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 111375
Brand: Meinl
Model: 22" Byzance Extra Dry M. Ride
Price: $680.90

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This Meinl Byzance Extra Dry Ride is a serious instrument for players seeking a uniquely dry and controlled ride sound. It’s a fantastic choice for jazz, funk, and studio work where you need to cut through a dense mix without overpowering other instruments—a real workhorse for a discerning drummer.

Product Description

  • Meinl 22" Byzance Extra Dry M. Ride
  • Medium Ride Cymbal
  • Byzance series
  • 22" Size
  • Extra dry (natural) finish
  • Extremely dry ride sound
  • Very deep
  • warm tone
  • Material: B20 bronze
  • hand hammered
PROS
  • • Exceptional dryness reduces wash, perfect for intricate patterns
  • • B20 bronze delivers a warm, complex, and controlled sustain
  • • Hand-hammering creates nuanced sonic textures and responsiveness
  • • The large bell offers a deep, resonant wash when needed
CONS
  • • High-end price point may be prohibitive for some drummers
  • • Dryness limits versatility for brighter, more shimmering styles
  • • Weight can be fatiguing during extended playing sessions

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Key Features

Size 22 in
Material B20 bronze
Finish Extra dry (natural)
Sound Character Dry, warm, controlled
Bell Size 8.5 in
Weight 2600 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Extra Dry finish removes more of the original bronze’s brightness, resulting in a significantly drier and darker tone than the Traditional finish.
While it can be used, the dry nature will limit its projection and shimmer; it’s best suited for genres prioritizing subtlety and control.
Absolutely; the hand-hammering creates small, intentional imperfections that contribute to the cymbal’s complex overtones and nuanced response.

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