Meinl Pure Alloy 17" Medium Crash

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Meinl Pure Alloy 17" Medium Crash

Meinl

Pure Alloy 17" Medium Crash

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 533368
Brand: Meinl
Model: Pure Alloy 17" Medium Crash
Price: $291.50

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This 17" Pure Alloy crash is a great all-around option for drummers needing a crisp, defined crash without the extreme brightness of some others. It's ideal for rock, pop, and funk where you want a clear cut through without overwhelming the kit – a solid, reliable workhorse for most genres.

Product Description

  • Meinl Pure Alloy 17" Medium Crash
  • Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 17"
  • Pure Alloy Series
  • Thickness: Medium
  • Mechanical high-tech hammering
  • Versatile cymbal with clear and assertive
  • yet warm sound
  • Medium sustain
  • Finish: Traditional
PROS
  • • Bright, clear wash with a focused, assertive attack.
  • • The Pure Alloy blend offers a warmer character than typical B8 bronze.
  • • Mechanical hammering creates complex overtones without excessive sustain.
  • • Solid construction; feels durable and well-latted for consistent performance.
CONS
  • • Limited versatility; leans towards brighter styles, less suited for darker genres.
  • • Sustain, while medium, might feel short for players needing extended shimmer.
  • • The Pure Alloy blend can lack the complexity of higher-end bronze alloys.

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Key Features

Size 17"
Material Meinl Pure Alloy Bronze
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Clear, assertive, warm with medium sustain
Weight Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pure Alloy is noticeably brighter and more defined than HCS, offering a more articulate crash with a more focused attack.
Like all cymbals, it's susceptible to cracking with improper care, but the Pure Alloy construction and medium weight feel reasonably durable with standard playing.
While versatile, its brighter nature might clash with the often-subdued tones preferred in jazz or orchestral music; a darker crash would likely be a better fit.

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