Meinl 24" Byzance Extra Ham. Ride

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Meinl 24" Byzance Extra Ham. Ride

Meinl

24" Byzance Extra Ham. Ride

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 606866
Brand: Meinl
Model: 24" Byzance Extra Ham. Ride
Price: $702.90

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This 24" Byzance Extra Hammered Ride is a serious contender if you're after a warm, complex, and beautifully nuanced ride cymbal. It's perfect for players in jazz, fusion, and classic rock who appreciate a vintage-inspired sound with excellent stick definition – it’s a workhorse ride that’ll add a ton of character to your kit.

Product Description

Meinl 24" Byzance Extra Hammered Ride; Ride cymbal; Byzance series; Traditional design; Size: 24"; B20 bronze alloy; Hand-hammered; precise definition, classic warmth and complex sound spectrum; B24EHR; made in Turkey

PROS
  • • Exceptional warmth and complexity from the B20 bronze alloy.
  • • Hand-hammering creates nuanced stick definition and shimmering overtones.
  • • Traditional design offers a classic, full ride sound for diverse genres.
  • • Meinl's Byzance series consistently delivers high-quality craftsmanship and durability.
CONS
  • • The large diameter can be unwieldy for drummers with smaller setups.
  • • The complex sound may not suit all musical styles, particularly very modern electronic music.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.

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Key Features

Size 24"
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Hand-Hammered
Sound Character Warm, Complex, Washed, Defined
Bell Size 4.75"
Weight Approximately 2700g (5.95 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Extra Hammered model has a more pronounced wash and shimmering overtones due to the additional hammering, while the Traditional Ride tends to be more focused and direct.
No, the hand-hammering is intentionally uneven, contributing to the cymbal’s unique sonic signature and organic feel; each cymbal will have slight variations.
While the sound is excellent, the larger size and premium price point make it better suited for intermediate to advanced players who appreciate a nuanced ride cymbal.

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