Meinl Pure Alloy 20" Medium Crash
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Meinl
Pure Alloy 20" Medium Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
405824
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
Pure Alloy 20" Medium Crash
Category:
20" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$372.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Pure Alloy crash is a seriously solid choice for drummers seeking a reliable, well-rounded cymbal. It's got a lovely warmth and clarity that cuts through a mix without being overly aggressive—perfect for rock, pop, and even some funk applications where you need a touch of vintage character.
Product Description
- Meinl Pure Alloy 20" Medium Crash
- Crash Cymbal
- Medium
- Size: 20"
- Pure Alloy Series
- Finish: Traditional
- High-tech machine hammering
- Versatile cymbal with clear and assertive
- yet warm sound
- Medium sustain
PROS
- • The Pure Alloy blend offers a unique, warm yet assertive tone.
- • Meinl’s high-tech hammering creates complex overtones without harshness.
- • Its medium weight provides a controlled, responsive feel for various playing styles.
- • Traditional finish enhances the cymbal's projection and vintage aesthetic.
CONS
- • The medium sustain might not satisfy players needing extended shimmering sounds.
- • Pure Alloy cymbals can be slightly more prone to developing stick marks than brighter finishes.
- • While versatile, it's not a specialist cymbal—lacks extreme sonic colors.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20 in
Material
B20 Bronze (Pure Alloy blend)
Finish
Traditional
Sound Character
Warm, assertive, versatile, medium sustain
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pure Alloy sits between the bright, complex Byzance and the more straightforward Traditional lines, offering a warmer tone with a unique harmonic richness.
Yes, the traditional finish and medium weight contribute to good projection, making it suitable for moderate to loud stage volumes, though a larger size might be preferable for very high-volume situations.
The traditional finish will darken naturally with use, and stick marks are more common with this type of finish compared to brighter, lacquered cymbals, but it’s part of the character.
