Meinl Byzance Vintage Series - BV-141820SA.
Sand Cymbal set incl B14SAH ,B18SATc,B20SAR , Sandblasted finish.
Hand hammered B20 bronze alloy - 80% copper 20% tin.
The Byzance Vintage Series has a unique sound characterized by the sandblasting and the fact that each cymbal is hand hammered. Sandblasting has a similar effect to careful playing for a longer period of time, that is, the cymbal softens a bit and loses unwanted overtones without losing elasticity in the top register.
Byzance Vintage Sand Cymbal Set BV-141820SA, contains cymbals designed in collaboration with Benny Greb, B14SAH Sand Hat, B18SATC Sand Thin Crash and B20SAR Sand Ride.
The Vintage Sand Series is hand hammered from B20 alloy and is sandblasted to provide warmth and a round attack. Each model has a unique character with musical signatures that are generally characterized by deep full sound, controlled volume and sustain that provides superb dynamics.
Byzantium:
Byzance is manufactured in Meinl's Turkish factory according to traditional craftsmanship methods that are characterized by great know-how and professional pride. Each cymbal is cast from B20 alloy which is 80% copper and 20% tin. The cast blank is heated, rolled and cooled according to a carefully tested schedule until the correct thickness is achieved. Next, the bell of the cymbal is shaped before the hand hammering takes place to create the shape of the cymbal. The series that have a turned surface are then hand-turned before being sent to Germany. Each step in the said process has decisive importance for the sound character and properties of the cymbal, which means that e.g. 16" Thin crash is manufactured according to a different pattern than ditto Heavy crash.
The raw cymbals are sent to Meinl's German factory for quality control, sorting and various finishing touches such as e.g. lazer logo, brilliant finish, sandblasting. The bike is closed and the match between Turkish craftsmanship and German quality control and finishing is the key to the success of Byzance's warm sound and high even standards.
Byzance is available in the following variants, Foundry Reserve, Dual, Traditional, Vintage, Jazz, Extra Dry, Dark and Brilliant all with unique sound characteristics and appearance.