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Your kit deserves a crash cymbal combo that’ll leave a lasting impression, and a Meinl Byzance crash pack from Sweetwater is the perfect bundle for the job! This matched crash pack combines a 16-inch Byzance dual crash and a 20-inch Byzance extra dry thin crash. The dual crash provides a trashy explosiveness with a raw finished center for exceptional ride tones, while the extra dry thin crash offers a louder, lower tone with very quick decay. An exceptional choice for various applications from rock to reggae, fusion, and beyond, this bundle soars with explosive appeal in just about any performance space or studio setting. All Meinl Byzance crash packs are crafted from a legendary B20 bronze formula that’s engineered for impact and maximum tonal purity, keeping your kit sounding its best and leaving your audiences in awe.





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Meinl Byzance Mixed Crash Pack Features:


Exceptional crash cymbal combo from Meinl’s revered Byzance series


Dual crash boasts raw and brilliant finish for trashy crash tones with terrific ride response


Extra dry thin crash exudes low-end explosiveness with short decay


B20 bronze construction results in an impactful presence with the utmost tonal purity


Ideal for a wide range of musical applications, such as rock, reggae, fusion, and more


Excels equally well in performance spaces and the recording studio


Save $29.99 with this bundle. Here's what you get!


Meinl Cymbals 20 inch Byzance Extra Dry Thin Crash Cymbal


Sells separately for $479.99





The drummers here at Sweetwater strive for a distinctive sound, and we know you do, too. Well, the Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Dry Thin Crash cymbal gets you there, thanks to its extremely dry, low-pitched tone that's packed with trashy overtones, soft response, and a remarkably fast decay. The dynamic responsiveness and musicality of these esoteric cymbals are exceptional, especially if you play with a lighter touch. The Extra Dry Thin Crash's raw, unlathed surface also gives it a unique look that's bound to attract attention. Suitable for jazz, funk, R&B, and electronic music, the dark, earthy, surprisingly crisp sound of the Meinl 20" Byzance Extra Dry Thin Crash cymbal ensures that you won't sound like anyone else!





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Meinl Cymbals 16 inch Byzance Dual Crash Cymbal


Sells separately for $349.99





The Meinl Cymbals 16" Byzance Extra Dry Dual Crash uses a special combination of hammering and lathing to add a distinct voice to your drum kit. Dual playing surfaces allow you to play this cymbal as a ride as well as a crash for trashy accents. The timbre is basically dark, with complex tonality and smooth, shimmering highs. The sustain and volume are relatively low, which Sweetwater drummers like as a contrast to louder cymbals in their drum sets. When you want the versatility of a crash/ride cymbal, you'll be pleased with the sound of the Meinl Cymbals 16" Byzance Extra Dry Dual Crash Cymbal.





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