Meinl Pure Alloy 12" Trash China

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Meinl Pure Alloy 12" Trash China

Meinl

Pure Alloy 12" Trash China

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 483044
Brand: Meinl
Model: Pure Alloy 12" Trash China
Price: $163.90

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This Meinl Pure Alloy 12 in Trash China delivers a really focused, chaotic sound – it’s not your typical washy China. It’s perfect for rock, metal, and electronic music where you need that sharp, trashy accent without overwhelming the kit. The smaller size makes it easy to integrate into tighter spaces, too.

Product Description

  • Meinl Pure Alloy 12" Trash China
  • Trash Cymbal
  • Size: 12"
  • Finish: Traditional
  • Mechanical high-tech hammering
  • Versatile cymbal with bright and trashy sound
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Meinl’s Pure Alloy blend offers a unique, trashy, yet controlled character.
  • • The 12 in size is incredibly versatile across various genres and setups.
  • • Traditional hammering provides a complex wash and distinct bell tone.
  • • German manufacturing ensures consistent quality and durability.
CONS
  • • The 'trash' sound can be quite aggressive; not ideal for all musical styles.
  • • Pure Alloy isn’t as bright or cutting as some other cymbal alloys.
  • • While durable, the thinner profile may not withstand extremely heavy hitting.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 12 in
Material B20 Bronze Alloy (Pure Alloy)
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Trashy, Bright, Washed
Weight Light-Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pure Alloy tends to be more aggressive and raw than a standard B20, offering a more immediate and less complex trashy sound.
While technically usable, its aggressive nature can be overpowering in quieter genres; a more subtle China might be a better choice.
The mechanical hammering creates a more complex overtone series and a quicker response, while also adding a shorter, more controlled sustain compared to hand-hammered cymbals.

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