Meinl Byzance Vintage 22" Trash China Cymbal

Meinl's 22" Byzance Vintage Trash China delivers the dark, trashy tonality you need for metal, punk, and experimental drumming. Cast from B20 bronze and hand-hammered throughout, this cymbal prioritises short sustain and a gritty attack over traditional wash. The sandblasted finish softens the initial strike, adding a dry, earthy character that reads clearly in dense mixes without ringing excessively.

Hand hammering creates the signature voice—each cymbal bears its own tonal fingerprint rather than machine consistency. The B20 alloy composition (80% copper, 20% tin) remains Meinl's industry standard for depth and resonance. At 22 inches, this size occupies the sweet spot between cut and spread, working as a secondary crash-china hybrid or dedicated effect cymbal for players seeking unconventional textures without volume bloat.

Features

• B20 bronze alloy for warm, dark tone and fast response
• Hand-hammered finish creates individual character in every cymbal
• Sandblasted surface reduces harsh attack and sustain
• 22-inch diameter with trashy, short decay profile
• Suited to metal, punk, experimental, and alternative drumming
• Naturally aged appearance with earthy, weathered aesthetic
• Works as crash-china hybrid or dedicated effect cymbal
• Meinl Byzance Vintage series cymbal