Meinl 24" Byzance Dark B. Apple Ride

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Meinl 24" Byzance Dark B. Apple Ride

Meinl

24" Byzance Dark B. Apple Ride

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 379280
Brand: Meinl
Model: 24" Byzance Dark B. Apple Ride
Price: $724.90

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This Byzance Dark B. Apple Ride is a beautifully crafted cymbal perfect for jazz, traditional, and quieter musical contexts. The shorter sustain and controlled wash make it exceptionally responsive, while the dark timbre provides a warm, sophisticated sound. It’s a serious upgrade for players seeking a refined, vintage-inspired ride.

Product Description

  • Meinl 24" Byzance Dark B. Apple Ride
  • Dark Ride Cymbals
  • Size: 24"
  • Byzance series
  • Big Apple Dark Ride
  • Especially for the use in traditional jazz
  • A small bell with a large cymbal curvature gives this ride its earthy sound with a relatively short sustain
  • Byzance cymbals are handmade in Turkey; Refined and revised by Meinl
PROS
  • • Exceptional dark, earthy tone ideal for jazz and quieter settings
  • • Hand-hammered lathing creates complex overtones and shimmering wash
  • • Relatively short sustain allows for precise, controlled rhythmic patterns
  • • The 'Apple' design provides a responsive, controlled feel under the stick
CONS
  • • Price point places it firmly in the premium-priced category
  • • Limited versatility; not ideal for high-volume or aggressive playing styles
  • • Smaller bell might not satisfy players desiring a pronounced bell sound

Product Video

Key Features

Size 24 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Dark, Hammered
Sound Character Dark, Washed, Earthy
Bell Size Small
Weight Medium-Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 'Apple' design offers a more focused and controlled wash compared to the 'Rock' or 'Crash' models, making it less splashy and more rhythmically defined.
The dark finish is durable, but avoid abrasive cleaners; regular polishing with a cymbal cleaner will maintain its luster and protect the hammering.
While it's darker, the hammering creates enough complexity to be heard in quieter settings, but it’s not designed for cutting through very loud, modern music.

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