CRASH CYMBALS
|HCS| |Classics| |Generation X| |Amun| |MB10| || |Soundcaster Custom| |MB20| |Byzance|
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HCS

The new MEINL HCS cymbal set-ups and individual cymbals are an entry level cymbal line that combine quality and value. They are made from MS63 alloy for a warm, harmonic and balanced sound. They offer the best possible sounds at an affordable price.

MS63 Alloy
Specially matched
Outstanding quality
Unbeatable value

HCS CRASHES
Smooth attack with a medium sustain.
Complex spread with a warm feel



18" CRASH RIDE

Clean stick response. Full-bodied and warm
with a washy ping and a complex spread.
Explosive sound when played as a crash.



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MEINL Classics series cymbals prove their worth with matched sounds and outstanding quality. But moreover, Classics cymbals are unparalleled in the semi-professional range with regard to their extensive selection of different models.
B8 Bronze Alloy
Excellent craftmanship
Extensive selection of different models
Outstanding sound characteristics

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

THIN
Broad frequency spectrum with
medium sustain. Washy and bright.

16" C16TC £98
18" C18TC £119

MEDIUM
Wide frequency spectrum with a warm sound. Strong, immediate attack and a medium sustain.

14" C14MC £69
15" C15MC £84
16" C16MC £98
17" C17MC £109
18" C18MC £119
20" C20MC £149

POWERFUL
Combination of clear bright tone with a wide dynamic range. Explosive attack with plenty of volume.

16" C16PC £98
17" C17PC £109
18" C18PC £119



GENERATION X
MEINL‘s innovative and award-winning Generation X cymbals pave the way to a completely new world of revolutionary cymbals. These cymbals have sounds which are consciously different and aimed towards advanced, experimental and unconventional drummers who are motivated to explore new sound territories. MEINL‘s Generation X cymbals offer contemporary and modern sounds which were designed in cooperation with some of today‘s most remarkable drummers.
Different sounds
Innovative concepts
High-tech computerized manufacturing

 

 

 

Johnny Rabb
18" SAFARI CRASH

Breakbeat ride with a trashy, white noise sound. Extremely short sustain due to the combination of two cymbals in one instrument. Using the wing nut of the cymbal stand, you can tune the Safari Ride and Crash to sound anywhere from trashy to virtually no decay. The Safari hihat can be tuned to control the amount of rashiness by increasing or decreasing tension of the hi-hat clutch.
£119



TOM'S CRASHES



An extremely fast crash with a contemporary „white noise“ quality. Short sustain due to the waved edge. Ideal for fast accents.

16" Synthetik GX-16SYC £125
17" Kompressor GX-17KC £139
18" Kinetik GX-18KC £149

   

TOM'S SIGNAL CRASH KLUB RIDE


SIGNAL CRASH/ KLUB RIDE18"
Explosive attack, ideal for bigger accents due to a great response. When played with lighter sticks, it turns into a sweet and jazzy sounding ride cymbal with little wash

£139

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Amun series cymbals reflect MEINL‘s competence and know-how in manufacturing B8 cymbal bronze. They offer premium sounds for working drummers and ambitious professionals, who demand the maximum energy and projection from their cymbals.
B8 Bronze Alloy
High-tech computerized hammering
Wide range of dynamics
Outstanding projection

 

 

 

 


 


Thin
Shimmering, fairly dark tones. Strong attack with a fast response. Full frequency range.
16" A16TC £145
18" A18TC £179


Medium
Versatile and extremely wide frequency range. Lots of bright overtones, fast attack. Medium sustain.
14" A14MC £105
15" A15MC £125
16" A16MC £145
17" A17MC£165
18" A18MC £179


Powerful
High-definition response with an aggressive, energetic sound. Fast attack with a powerful feel.
16" A16PC £145
17" A17PC £165
18" A18PC £179
19" A19PC £209
20" A20PC £229






 




MEINL‘s Mb10 cymbals are made out of B10 bronze alloy. The fundamental sonic characteristic of this alloy is responsible for an extremely modern and sophisticated sound. An extensively lathed and highly polished cymbal surface results in a modern look and plenty of attitude.
B10 Bronze Alloy
Innovative concept
High-tech computerized hammering
Cutting yet warm sound

 

MEDIUM
Bright, warm and well-balanced sound in a wide dynamic range. Full, even and soft responsive feel with an extensive spread. Versatile, all-purpose classic rock crash.


14" MB10-14MC-B £115
15" MB10-15MC-B £139
16" MB10-16MC-B £169
17" MB10-17MC-B £189
18" MB10-18MC-B £199
19" MB10-19MC-B £235
20" MB10-20MC-B £255

SOUNDCASTER CUSTOM



The range of MEINL Soundcaster Custom cymbals is the result of extensive R&D efforts in finding NEW exciting sounds. The B12 bronze alloy combined with the brilliant finish results in a mirror-like surface for a brighter, richer, and more brilliant sound, yet with a controlled amount of high frequencies.
B12 Bronze Alloy
Brilliant finish
High-tech computerized hammering
Rich, warm, glassy tone

THIN
Lightweigh
t crash with a brilliant, clear attack, fast response and a warm, shimmering, short sustain.
16" SC16TC-B £185
18" SC18TC-B £221

Medium
Combination of warmth and clear, bright overtones, due to the polished finish.

14" SC14MC-B £125
15" SC15MC-B £149
16" SC16MC-B £185
17" SC17MC-B £199
18" SC18MC-B £221

POWERFUL
Strong, penetrating attack and cutting power. Lots of bright, brilliant overtones
with a medium sustain.

16" SC16PC-B £185
17" SC17PC-B £199
18" SC18PC-B £221
19" SC19PC-B £259
20" SC20PC-B £279




 

 

 

 

 

MEINL's Mb20 cymbals are a combination of superior materials, craftsmanship and strength, resulting in an aggressive sound. They are heavy cymbals which have been developed to meet all of the requirements for today's hard hitting drummers playing loud music.

B20 Bronze Alloy
Hand hammered into shape
Brilliant finish for Musicality and Maximum Projection


MEDIUM HEAVY
Explosive with fast response, bright
tonality with powerful feeling.
Medium to heavy weight boosting
its volume, making them the perfect
sonic complement to the Mb20
heavy crashes.

16" MB20-16MHC-B £219
18" MB20-18MHC-B £265
20" MB20-20MHC-B £329

HEAVY
A mix of explosive power and tone
for cutting projection. Loud and
direct with a clarified response.

16" MB20-16HC-B £219
17" MB20-17HC-B £239
18" MB20-18HC-B £265
19" MB20-19HC-B £299
20" MB20-20HC-B £329









Which crash cymbal weight corresponds with which style of music?
The MEINL Byzance series crashes are available in three different weights: thin, medium thin, and medium. Thin crashes have a fairly dark sound. They respond very quickly and have a short sustain. They are ideal for lighter and softer playing styles like Jazz and Fusion. Medium thin crashes show more richness and volume in their sound. They are ideal for Jazz, Fusion and Pop while offering a more cutting sound. Medium crashes reveal a full and rich sound with the ability to cut through a louder mix. They can be used in Jazz, Pop and Rock Music because of their wide frequency spectrum.

Priced by size whichever range
14" £135    
15" £161    16"£195     17" £219    18" £239    19" £275      20" £295
     

TRADITIONAL

Thin : Lightweight, sounds fairly washy and dark in a narrow frequency range. Soft attack and a fairly short sustain.

14" B14TC   15" B15TC   16" B16TC   17" B17TC   18" B18TC
Medium Thin
: Washy and fairly dark sound with a full frequency spectrum. Loud attack with moderate sustain.
16" B16MTC   17" B17MTC   18" B18MTC   19" B19MTC
Medium:Traditional, warm sound in an extremely wide dynamic spectrum. Energetic, exploding attack and a louder response.
16" B16MC   18" B18MC   20" B20MC

BRILLIANT


Thin : Highly polished finish contains bright overtones with a silky, washy, dark sound. Short sustain.
14" B14TC-B    15" B15TC-B     16" B16TC-B    17" B17TC-B     18" B18TC-B

DARK


Dark in a low frequency range, and esoteric character caused by the untreated finished. Earthy with a strong attack and short sustain.
16" B16DAC    17" B17DAC   18" B18DAC

JAZZ

Extra Thin :Lightweight crash with a warm and natural vintage-sound. Washy, dark attack with a fast, full-bodied response. Suitable as a light ride.  18" B18JETC

Thin :Delicate and musical Jazz cymbal. Fast and explosive with a warm, low-pitched sound. Complex frequency range with a smooth decay. Suitable as a light ride. 18" B18JTC


Medium Thin : Fast and explosive with a warm, dark sound, yet with a clear projection. Complex frequency range with a fast decay. Suitable as a light ride. 18" B18JMTC

EXTRA DRY


Thin: Unique light weight crash with an extremely dry and low pitched sound. Trashy overtones, soft response with a fast decay creating an overall “dryness.”
16" B16EDTC   18" B18EDTC