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Meinl Cymbals B20ETHC Byzance 20" Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash Cymbalplay button

Meinl Cymbals B20ETHC Byzance 20" Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash Cymbal

Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash Cymbal-22 in.-No Styleplay button

Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash Cymbal-22 in.-No Style

Matt Garstka Demos The Meinl Byzance Line of Cymbalsplay button

Matt Garstka Demos The Meinl Byzance Line of Cymbals

20" Byzance Exta Thin Hammered Crashplay button

20" Byzance Exta Thin Hammered Crash

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The Meinl Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash 20" is an extremely versatile crash cymbal you can use for any type of music. Crafted from B20 bronze, it delivers a high-midrange sound that's warm and rich. With a medium volume and sustain that fits in perfectly with a wide range of music, this handcrafted crash is made for any gig or studio session.

Hand Hammered and Lathed for a Dark, Trashy Sound

The extreme light weight and extensive hammer patterns of the Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash result in a dark, trashy sound with a wide spread and long sustain. An exceptional crash cymbal, it provides an ideal combination of timbre and tonal qualities for any style of music.

Versatile and Expressive

With a medium volume and sustain, the Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash blends seamlessly into any musical setting. It has enough presence to cut through loud mixes but remains balanced enough for smaller combos and acoustic settings. Expressive and responsive, this crash opens up easily and blooms with a shimmering wash of overtones.

Traditional Hand Hammering

Meinl's skilled cymbal smiths in hand hammer the Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash into shape using traditional techniques passed down through generations. The hand hammering process gives this crash its distinctive pattern and contributes to its warm, complex tone.

MEINL Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash 22 in.
MEINL Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash 22 in.
MEINL Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash 22 in.

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