Meinl Byzance Dual Cymbals

Meinl Byzance Dual Cymbals: The Contrast of Darkness and Brilliance

Meinl Byzance Dual Cymbals are a unique and visually striking series that expands upon the Byzance Extra Dry line. These cymbals are instantly recognizable for their distinctive appearance and offer a blend of contrasting sonic qualities. Handcrafted in Turkey from B20 bronze, they are designed to provide a versatile and expressive voice.

Key Sonic Characteristics:

• Dual Sonic Nature: The most prominent feature of Dual cymbals is their contrasting sound, resulting from their unique design:
  • Dark and Earthy: The center of the cymbal is typically raw and bears hand-hammered markings, producing a trashy, earthy, and often low-pitched sound.
  • Bright and Shimmering: The edges are lathed and buffed to a brilliant finish, providing a brighter, more shimmering, and explosive quality.
• Complex Tonalities: The blend of these contrasting zones creates a complex and nuanced sound that can be both dark and brilliant within the same cymbal.
• Versatility: This sonic combination makes them adaptable to various musical styles.

Construction and Design:

• B20 Bronze Alloy: The high-quality B20 bronze alloy ensures a rich and musical sound.
• Hand Hammered: Traditional hand hammering in Turkey contributes to the unique sonic and visual character of each cymbal.
• Dual Finish: The combination of a raw center and brilliant edges creates a visually striking and sonically significant feature.

Cymbal Types and Applications:

• Dual Hi-Hats: Offer a dark attack when closed and a shimmering, sizzling undertow when open, providing a blend of articulation and warmth.
• Dual Crashes: Deliver a trashy, earthy initial attack with a flash of explosive brilliance, offering a unique accenting quality.
• Dual Rides: Provide a defined stick attack with a dose of bright shimmer followed by a dark and complex wash, allowing for both rhythmic playing and crash accents.
• Dual Effects: The series also includes splashes, trash crashes, and chinas, all with the signature dual-zone sonic character.

In Conclusion:

Meinl Byzance Dual Cymbals offer drummers a distinctive and captivating sound that combines the raw energy of darker tones with the shimmer and brilliance of a polished finish. Their unique design provides a versatile and expressive voice, suitable for drummers who want to explore contrasting sonic textures.