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Meinl Cymbals 18 inch Byzance Dual Crash Cymbal
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Crash and Ride with Trashy Accents

The Meinl Cymbals 18" Byzance Extra Dry Dual Crash uses a special combination of hammering and lathing to add a distinct voice to your drum kit. Dual playing surfaces allow you to play this cymbal as a ride as well as a crash for trashy accents. The timbre is basically dark, with complex tonality and smooth, shimmering highs. The sustain and volume are relatively low, which Sweetwater drummers like as a contrast to louder cymbals in their drum sets. When you want the versatility of a crash/ride cymbal, you'll be pleased with the sound of the Meinl Cymbals 18" Byzance Extra Dry Dual Crash Cymbal.

Meinl Cymbals 18" Byzance Extra Dry Dual Crash Cymbal Features at a Glance:
  • A dual-purpose 18" crash/ride cymbal with complex, dark timbre
  • Hand lathed, hammered, and polished to brilliant perfection
  • B20 bronze delivers a high-midrange sound that's warm and rich
  • Short sustain is perfect for powerful accents
  • Low loudness fills out your drum set nicely, without being overbearing
Add some variety to your drum kit with the Meinl 18" Byzance Extra Dry Dual Crash Cymbal!
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Tech Specs

  • Type: Crash/Ride
  • Size: 18"
  • Weight: Thin
  • Material: B20
  • Finish: Raw/Brilliant
  • Sound: Complex, Full-bodied
  • Pitch: Low-Mid
  • Volume: Low
  • Sustain: Short
  • Manufacturer Part Number: B18DUC

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 5/5

Absolutely Awesome

I did a lot of research before I purchased this crash.
I am super happy with it.
I bought this cymbal paired with the Dual 15" hi hats.
Together they blend super well.
I am currently using them on an acoustic Cajon set up to play acoustic gigs with.
This crash cuts and blends through the music like no other crash I have ever played.
Very tasteful and dynamic.
I'll be buying other sizes to pair with it for sure.
Rated 5/5

Meinl byzance for the win

Absolutely amazing dual matched byzance
You really hear and feel where that hard earned money goes.
Thanks Aaron and the amazing team at Sweetwater.
Rated 5/5

beautiful sound

just what I wanted, 100% worth it
Rated 5/5

LOUD AND LOW

I absolutely love this cymbal! I wanted a cymbal that was both loud and had a low sound This cymbal offers both and more. the sound is low and washy. the cymbal itself looks amazing. I would highly recommend this product,
Music background: drummer for 5 years
Rated 5/5

Wowoowzaa

Just got this cymbal on a whim..
I use it in pair with a 18 Constantinople crash

So pretty so warm and creates such a wonderful wash and texture

My band mates are in love
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