Meinl 22" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
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Meinl
22" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
Product Info
Article Number:
456947
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
22" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
Category:
22" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$767.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Foundry Reserve LR is a beautifully crafted ride, offering a gorgeous, complex wash with a warm, dark undertone. It’s a real player’s cymbal – responsive and expressive. Ideal for jazz, fusion, and anyone seeking a sophisticated, nuanced ride sound.
Product Description
- Meinl 22" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
- Light Ride Cymbals
- Size: 22"
- Byzance Foundry Reserve Series
- B20 Bronze
- Traditional finish
- Extra-large hammer blows
- Warm and dark sound
- Can also be used as a crash
- Can be used for a variety of music styles
- Hammered and turned by hand
- Unique pieces made in Turkey according to traditional blacksmith's art
- Includes a pair of Meinl Sticks
- cotton gloves and certificate
PROS
- • Exceptional warmth and complexity due to extensive hammering
- • B20 bronze delivers a dark, shimmering sustain
- • Versatile enough for jazz, fusion, and even softer rock styles
- • Hand-crafted construction ensures unique tonal character and quality
CONS
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for most drummers
- • The lighter weight might feel unstable for aggressive players
- • Dark sound profile may not suit brighter musical genres
Product Video
Key Features
Size
22 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Traditional
Sound Character
Warm, dark, shimmering
Bell Size
6.5 in
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The LR is lighter and darker than many other Foundry rides, emphasizing warmth and complexity over a brighter, more cutting sound – it's specifically designed for a more mellow feel.
Yes, the traditional finish retains more of the original hammering marks, contributing to the cymbal's unique sound and visual character; it’s less polished than a brilliant finish.
While versatile, its lighter weight and dark sound means it's not ideal for aggressive hard rock; it'll sound choked and potentially damage the cymbal's character over time.
