Meinl Byzance Dark Big Apple Dark Ride 20" B20BADAR

Dark cymbals are not lathed and have their original appearance and sound characteristic. They are distinguished by an earthy sound with a fairly short sustain. Diameter (inch): 20.0 Finish: Dark;Raw Set Content: Cymbal Alone Variant: Raw;Thin;Dark;Ride Made in: Turkey Series: Byzance Dark Thickness: Thin Diameter: 20" Alloy: B20 Type: Ride

The Meinl Byzance Dark 20 Big Apple Ride is a completely hand-hammered and unlathed ride cymbal with a raw vintage visual style. The thin depth and unlathed surface make for a natural and earthy tone with dark complexities and cutting metallic stick definition. The washiness doesnt open up immediately but when it does the projection is loud and int... moreensely dark with a gritty vintage sound that fades out quickly. The Big Apple Dark Ride works great in contrast with brighter sounding cymbals or with a dark vintage kit and suits a wide range of musical styles. Please Note: The cymbal in the image may be a different size variation than the one being sold.