Meinl Byzance Dark Hi Hat Cymbals 14

Meinl Byzance Dark 14" Hi Hat Cymbals – Premium Turkish Bronze for Dark, Versatile Sound

Experience the rich, dark character of hand-hammered B20 bronze hi-hats crafted using traditional Turkish cymbal-making techniques. The Meinl Byzance Dark 14" delivers a bold, earthy attack with controlled sustain, offering professional drummers the tonal versatility needed for jazz, fusion, rock, and contemporary styles. The unlathed finish produces a distinctive dirty open sound with crisp chick response, making these cymbals perfect for players seeking maximum darkness without sacrificing musical balance.

• Hand-hammered B20 bronze – Turkish-cast construction using time-honored methods for superior clarity, cut, and shadowy tonal complexity
• Unlathed, untreated finish – Raw surfaces create bold dark attack with smooth, controlled sustain that sits perfectly in any mix
• Dark, dirty open sound – Esoteric character with short sustain and responsive chick for precise hi-hat control
• Versatile across genres – Adapts seamlessly to jazz, fusion, rock, and modern drumming applications
• Positioned between Traditional and Extra Dry – Ideal balance of darkness and sustain for discerning drummers
• Professional-grade performance – Endorsed by world-class percussionists including Benny Greb, Anika Nilles, and Matt Garstka
• 14" size – Standard hi-hat diameter for optimal cut and projection