Meinl Byzance Extra Dry Dual 14” Hi hat Cymbals - Multi-surface Finish

Meinl Byzance Extra Dry Dual 14” Hi-hat Cymbals delivers a distinctly-voiced low-pitched, extremely dry, trashy sound with bright energy and short sustain. 

The top surfaces of these great hi-hat cymbals are divided into two sonically different sections; a fusion of high-contrasting - yet expertly-balanced - finishes that fuse together to form a unique, unparalleled sound. The centre section of each cymbal features a raw finish with a hand-hammered peen pattern to achieve its low, dusky timbre, while the outer edges are lathed and polished to a brilliant finish, adding a vibrant energy to the mix. The raw unlathed surfaces and extensive hand hammering may cause you to think that these hats would be loud and fierce, but, although capable of powerful attack, these Byzance Extra Dry Dual 14” Hi-hat Cymbals are at their best when played at lower volumes. 

Meinl’s Byzance Extra Dry cymbals possess an esoteric charisma and a unique, strong, voice - but Meinl has somehow managed to squeeze even more levels of intricacy out of them. They possess the brand's signature dark, dry timbre but now feature a dual-finished surface that enhances their earthy tones and adds a bright shimmer to their attack.

Devilishly dark with a bright, explosive attack and decay, these Meinl Byzance Extra Dry Dual 14” Hi-hat Cymbals are ideal for low-volume accenting without being intrusive or overwhelming.

SPEC:

• Cymbal Type: Hi-Hat
• Size: 14''
• Styles: Gospel/Funk/Fusion/Jazz/Pop/RNB/Studio
• Timbre: Mid-Dark
• Character: Complex/Full-bodied/Musical/Sensitive/Smooth/Warm
• Pitch: Low-Mid
• Volume: Low
• Sustain: Medium to Short
• Weight: Thin
• Shaping: Hand Hammered
• Finish: Raw/Brilliant/Traditional
• Material: B20 Bronze Alloy
• Lathe: None/Narrow Blade