Meinl Byzance Dual China Cymbal 18
Meinl
B18DUCH
Meinl Byzance Dual China Cymbal 18 – Hand-Hammered Turkish Craftsmanship
The Meinl Byzance Dual China Cymbal 18 combines traditional Turkish hand-hammering with modern versatility. Each cymbal is individually crafted by skilled artisans, delivering a unique voice with dark, buttery warmth and crisp definition. This 18-inch china cymbal features a distinctive dual finish—extra dry paired with brilliant surfaces—creating dynamic contrast and full-bodied projection.
Perfect for drummers seeking premium hand-hammered cymbals with professional-grade sound, the Byzance Dual China works across multiple genres and musical styles. Whether you're playing jazz, fusion, rock, or world music, this Turkish-made cymbal offers the tonal complexity and responsiveness that discerning percussionists demand.
Key Features:
- Hand-hammered and lathed by Turkish cymbal artisans
- Dual finish design—extra dry and brilliant surfaces
- Dark, warm tone with articulate stick definition
- 18-inch size for versatile musical applications
- Full-bodied sound suitable for jazz, fusion, rock, and world music
- Each cymbal is unique with individual character
- Professional-grade Turkish cymbal construction
| Brand: | Meinl |
|---|---|
| Series: | Byzance Dual |
| Hand hammered in Turkey from B20 Bronze Alloy - the Byzance 14 Dual Hihats have a stunning contrast of extra dry and brilliant finishes with a unique combination of hammering and lathing | |
| Texture galore - the hammering and lathing combination results in a silky-smooth feel with earthy definition, wrapped in a touch of shimmering glow from the outer band of lathing and polishing | |
| Effortless sound - the thin nature of Byzance Dual cymbals in combination of the unique surface puts them in a musical range that is useful in virtually any style | |
| Increase musicality - Byzance Dual cymbals have become an immensely popular choice among top recording and touring artists - the ability these cymbals have to increase a sense of musicality makes them highly sought-after | |
| Modern versatility rooted in tradition - hand hammered into shape in Turkey using B20 bronze, Meinl Byzance cymbals are deeply rooted in traditional cymbal crafting methods, yet their old-world background is dialed-in to 21st century needs | |