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Meinl use 6 different alloys to craft their cymbals which is more than any other cymbal manufacturer is using today. Because of this they are able to offer the widest range of cymbal sound characteristics available.
Meinl Byzance Vintage cymbals are the cymbal of choice for drum master Benny Greb. They have an unusual sandblasted surface giving them a soft feel and a distinct matte finish. Their low, dark and somewhat dry-washy sound isn’t too soft or loud. With great stick definition and short sustain, you can dig into Byzance Vintage for total control at all times. It’s a sound that fits into any music that isn’t in the upper decibel levels.
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Meinl Byzance Vintage 10″ Trash Splash Cymbal
£160.00The sandblasted surface and the different sized cut-outs give the cymbal a unique look and lots of trashiness. Remarkably soft feel due to its thinner weight and sandblasted finish....
Estimated Delivery Date 18/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 14″ Sand Hat Hi-Hat Cymbals Cymbal – Benny Greb Signature Model
£448.00The sandblasted surface, various hammering techniques, and noticeable weight difference between the top and bottom cymbals combine to create an unmistakably crispy and articulate sound....
Estimated Delivery Date 18/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 18″ Thin Sand Crash Cymbal – Benny Greb Signature Model
£362.00The 18" Sand Thin Crash is a pitch matched, dark sounding cymbal with a short sustain. What stands out is its relatively trashy crash sound with a modern white-noise character....
Estimated Delivery Date 18/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 20″ Equilibrium China Cymbal – Matt Garstka Signature Model
£457.00It provides the perfect balance of a cutting "chaw" sound and a softer, dry, trashiness, making it a china for many applications. Its unusual sandblasted surface gives it a smooth feel and a...
Estimated Delivery Date 18/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 20″ Sand Ride Cymbal – Benny Greb Signature Model
£457.00The sandblasted top in combination with a partially lathed bottom produces an outstanding dry and fast stick sound with swift decay. The bell has a clear, bright, and articulate voice....
Estimated Delivery Date 18/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 20″ Vintage Crash Cymbal
£457.00A sandblasted surface, big hammer marks, and thin material enable an outstanding dry wash in a low-frequency range with a buttery, soft attack. Exceptional crashes!...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/04/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage Smack Stack Add on Pack, 8″ & 16″
£202.00Its unusual sandblasted surface gives it a soft feel and a distinct matte finish. Its low, dark, and somewhat dry-washy sound isn't too soft or loud. With its great stick definition and short sustain,...
Estimated Delivery Date 18/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage Smack Stack, 10″, 12″ & 14″
£265.00The Byzance Vintage Smack Stack features three B20 bronze discs shaped to create a distinctive sound effect. The stack can be manipulated by adjusting the tension of the cymbal stand's wing nut. Incre...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/04/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Benny Greb Sand Cymbal Set (B14SAH, B18SATC, B20SAR)
£1,205.00The matched Byzance Sand Cymbal Set includes a 14" Sand Hat, an 18" Sand Thin Crash, and a 20" Sand Ride. This set is the perfect introduction to the world of Byzance Vintage sounds and is a must-have...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 10″ Splash Cymbal
£160.00With its sandblasted finish giving it a soft, dry appearance, this splash has a full and warm sound with a fast decay....
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 14″ Equilibrium Hi-Hat Cymbals – Matt Garstka Signature Model
£448.00Similar to his china of the same name, Matt Garstka's signature Equilibrium HiHats strike a unique balance of attack, tone, response, and volume. Various sections of each cymbal have been lathed for b...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 14″ Pure Hi-Hat Cymbals
£448.00The Vintage Pure Hihats feature a dry and very direct stick sound. Strong sticking response over deep and dry darkness. When played by foot they respond instantly with a cutting chick. Complete tonal...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 15″ Pure Hi-Hat Cymbals
£503.00The Vintage Pure Hihats feature a dry and very direct stick sound. Strong sticking response over deep and dry darkness. When played by foot they respond instantly with a cutting chick. Complete tonal...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 16″ Pure Hi-Hat Cymbals
£605.00DARK SHIMMER - Its unusual sandblasted surface gives it a soft feel and a distinct matte finish. Its low, dark and somewhat dry washy sound isn't too soft or loud. With its great stick definition and...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 16″ Sand Hat Hi-Hat Cymbals Cymbal – Benny Greb Signature Model
£605.00Its unusual sandblasted surface gives it a soft feel and a distinct matte finish. It's low, dark and somewhat dry washy sound isn't too soft or loud. With its great stick definition and short sustain,...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 16″ Trash Crash Cymbal
£307.00The different sizes and shapes of the cut-outs gives the cymbal a unique look and a wide spread and a trashy, noisy sound. Recommended for quick accents and punctuations....
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 16″ Vintage Crash Cymbal
£307.00The combination of a sandblasted surface, big hammer marks and thin material enable an outstanding dry wash in a low frequency range with a buttery, soft attack. Exceptional crashes!...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 18″ Medium Sand Crash Cymbal – Benny Greb Signature Model
£362.00The 18" Sand Medium Crash is a pitch matched, dark sounding cymbal with a short sustain. What stands out is its relatively trashy crash sound with a modern white-noise character....
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 18″ Pure Crash Cymbales
£362.00The Vintage Pure Crash features an overall dry sound character with a relatively fast decay. Unique tones for drummers who want to express themselves. They have a distinctive and earthy look....
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 18″ Pure Trash Crash Cymbal
£362.00A unique look and sound is found in this instrument. It starts with hand-hammering and undergoes several steps until the holes are added. The result is a cymbal that quickly speaks with a trashy, whit...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 18″ Trash Crash Cymbal
£362.00The different sizes and shapes of the cut-outs gives the cymbal a unique look and a wide spread and a trashy, noisy sound. Recommended for quick accents and punctuations....
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 18″ Vintage Crash Cymbal
£362.00A sandblasted surface, big hammer marks, and thin material enable an outstanding dry wash in a low-frequency range with a buttery, soft attack. Exceptional crashes!...
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 20″ Pure Crash Cymbales
£457.00The Vintage Pure Crash features an overall dry sound character with a relatively fast decay. Unique tones for drummers who want to express themselves. They have a distinctive and earthy look....
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025 -
Meinl Byzance Vintage 20″ Pure Light Ride Cymbal
£457.00The lighter version of the Vintage Pure Ride has an outstanding dry stick response with hints of trash and darkness underneath. They have a distinctive raw and earthy look....
Estimated Delivery Date 27/03/2025
