Meinl Byzance Vintage Smack Stack

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Meinl Byzance Vintage Smack Stack

Meinl

Byzance Vintage Smack Stack

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 548003
Brand: Meinl
Model: Byzance Vintage Smack Stack
Category: Cymbal Stacks
Price: $327.80

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This Smack Stack from Meinl's Byzance Vintage series is a real character piece. It's fantastic for studio work, pop, and anything needing a gritty, controlled accent – think modern R&B or electro. If you're looking for a stack that cuts through a mix without being overly splashy, this is a solid choice.

Product Description

  • Meinl Byzance Vintage Smack Stack
  • Stack Cymbal
  • Sizes: 10" / 12" / 14"
  • Byzance Vintage Series
  • Due to the special surface the design may vary
  • Finish: Natural
  • Material: B20 bronze
  • Very dry and trashy sound
  • Ideal for Pop
  • Fusion
  • Funk
  • Studio
  • Electro
PROS
  • • The 'smack' character delivers a unique, controlled trashiness perfect for modern genres.
  • • B20 bronze construction ensures excellent tonal complexity and aging potential.
  • • The 10/12/14” layering provides a surprisingly versatile range of sounds.
  • • Meinl’s hammering and lathing create a consistently responsive and musical stack.
CONS
  • • The 'dry' sound may lack sustain and shimmer desired for brighter styles.
  • • The limited size range restricts its use in larger, louder drumming contexts.
  • • The 'vintage' finish can be more prone to scratching and patina development.

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Key Features

Size 10” / 12” / 14”, with graduated diameters for layered sound
Material B20 Bronze (63% Copper, 37% Tin)
Components Two cymbals, precisely sized and lathed for stacked resonance
Sound Character Dry, trashy, controlled 'smack' with a short sustain
Weight Approximately 1.3 lbs (595g) - a medium-weight stack

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s more focused and controlled; less wash, more percussive 'thwack' – less about a shimmering crash, more about a defined accent.
Yes, it will develop a patina over time, which is typical of natural bronze finishes and part of the vintage aesthetic. Regular cleaning can slow this process.
It's designed for a broader range, but it truly shines when you want that distinct 'smack' without overwhelming the kit. Heavy hitters might find it a bit too subdued.

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