Meinl 24" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
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Meinl
24" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
Product Info
Article Number:
503769
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
24" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
Category:
24" Ride Cymbals and Bigger
Price:
$877.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Foundry Reserve LR is a gorgeous ride, offering a warm, dark, and incredibly musical wash. The extensive hammering gives it a depth you can really sink into, and it's surprisingly responsive for a cymbal of this size. This is a top-tier choice for jazz, fusion, and any style needing a sophisticated, mellow shimmer.
Product Description
- Meinl 24" Byzance Foundry Reserve LR
- Light Ride Cymbal
- Size: 24"
- Byzance Foundry Reserve Series
- Material: 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 musical styles
- Hammered and turned by hand
- Made in Turkey following traditional forging techniques
- Incl. a pair of Meinl sticks
- cotton gloves and certificate
PROS
- • Exceptional warmth and complexity due to extensive hammering
- • Versatile bell provides a focused, musical projection
- • B20 bronze construction delivers rich, nuanced overtones
- • Traditional finish enhances responsiveness and sonic depth
CONS
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many drummers
- • The light ride designation might be too dark for some genres
- • Large size can be cumbersome for drummers with smaller setups
Product Video
Key Features
Size
24 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Traditional
Sound Character
Warm, dark, complex
Bell Size
8 in
Weight
Approximately 2100g
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Traditional Medium has a brighter, more cutting sound; the Foundry Reserve is noticeably darker and warmer, with a more complex, nuanced wash.
While classified as a 'light' ride, it's still a substantial cymbal; the 'light' refers more to the hammering profile than an overall thinness, contributing to its dark tone.
While versatile, its darker character makes it less ideal for aggressive rock or metal; it’ll work in a pinch, but won’t have the cut or sustain needed for those genres.
