Meinl Byzance Dark Ride Cymbal

Meinl Byzance Dark RideThe Meinl Byzance Dark covers a number of different cymbals, including the ride cymbal. The Meinl Byzance Dark cymbal has an untreated finish that creates a dirty sound that is dark and has a fairly short sustain. All Meinl Byzance cymbals, including the dark cymbals, are handmade using bronze alloy in Turkey, the home of the Meinl company. While the brilliant cymbals the company makes are covered in a very shiny, bright alloy and polished multiple times, the dark cymbals are left natural, unprocessed, and raw, giving them a very different look. They’re unlathed and have no finish. The Meinl Byzance Dark Ride cymbals are available in either 20 or 21 inches.

What we Found
The low frequency ride has a very load, sharp tone that works for rock type music and it also has a good bell.

Conclusion
Some people wonder if the Meinl Byzance Dark cymbals are going to be too dark for them. The good news is that they product a very thick, loud sound with a very sharp click tone. They’re not as dark as many think, and some players have been very surprised at how diverse and smooth they are. They have that dark feel but they’re also very crisp and can be quite versatile. They’re also very durable and will stand up to aggressive, hard hitting.


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