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Bright Attack, Dark Timbre, Awesome Dynamics





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The striped light and dark look of Meinl's 22" Classics Custom Dark Crash/Ride cymbal totally fits the sound of this versatile instrument, whose dark timbre is offset by its high pitch. Its attack is brilliant and cutting, as you'd expect from B12 bronze, but its sustain blossoms out with complex undertones that allow it to fade into the mix. The effect is really cool, particularly when you play with a full band, as each note you strike - whether it's a soft ride or a hard crash - penetrates through the mix and then sits back, without falling off in volume. Overall, that makes this 22" Classics Custom Dark Crash/Ride a simply awesome addition for any kit that needs to compete with serious stage volume.





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Classics Custom series delivers bright and loud sound Meinl's Classics Custom cymbals combine B12 bronze with innovative designs to deliver bright and powerful sound that cuts through the mix without forcing you to play as hard as you can. With its higher copper to tin ratio, B12 bronze rings clearly and brightly, filling the air with complex upper harmonics that provide a cutting attack and a shimmering decay. Many of the drummers here at Sweetwater swear by cymbals like Meinl's Classic Custom line when they need to punch through loud guitar amplifier stacks and serious stage volume. That makes these cymbals a perfect choice for pop, rock, metal, and other contemporary styles.





Meinl 22" Classics Custom Dark Crash/Ride Cymbal Features:





A versatile crash/ride cymbal that can fit any modern kit


Dark timbre and bright tone balance beautifully in the mix


Cutting attack and mellow sustain articulate without overwhelming


Made from tough and bright B12 bronze for a modern tone


Dark finish with natural striation looks as cool as this cymbal sounds





Fill out your cymbal set with a Meinl 22" Classics Custom Dark Crash/Ride!