MEINL Byzance Foundry Reserve Ride 20 [B20FRR][2175g] [MEINL Staff Selection]

*This is a guitar that has been released for trial play in-store, so there may be signs of use such as dents, dirt, and fingerprints. Thank you for your understanding.

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The Byzance Foundry Reserve series is a special selection of cymbals. MEINL’s cymbal craftsmen have hammered in layers of tone and nuance to create works of art with a rich, musical sound. But that’s only half the story; the unique hand-hammered marks add a visually stunning touch. Additional hammering creates multiple deep depressions in the surface, which, combined with full-body razing on both sides, produce a clear, dry stick attack and a rich, supporting bass response.

The Byzance Foundry Reserve Series Ride is an incredibly versatile cymbal, characterized by a dry stick attack followed by a complex, deep, dark wash. Extensive hand hammering initially creates a low-pitched foundation, then develops a rich tone. Full razing adds a bright attack to the stick definition, followed by a rich, low wash. The cymbal’s weight balance is just right: it’s thick enough to clearly define a powerful stick sound that drives a band, yet remains open enough for a thunderous crash.

Type: Ride
Weight: Medium Thin (approx. 2175g)
Size: 20
Material: B20 Bronze
Finish: Traditional
Shaping: Hand Hammered
Style: Jazz, Fusion, Funk, R&B, Studio
Pitch: Low-Mid
Characters: Complex, Dark
Timbre: Mid-Dark
Volume: Low
Raging: Wide Blade
Sustain: Short

Accessories: Certificate, 1 pair of MEINL sticks, logo gloves