The 20" Meinl Byzance Sand Ride - My Opinion

Hear what I think of the Meinl Byzance Sand Ride. This is definitely Benny Greb's sound, and it's certainly fun to play. In my hands it doesn't seem to be an everyday cymbal. BUT, it has it's own sound and character that really is a joy to play. It works great as a second ride cymbal for me.
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[@SJC9726]

I have this cymbal, played it for years, multiple genres and i agree with pretty much everything youve just said. Sitting behind it you definitely get a feel that it wouldnt sit into anything youre playing but if you record it in a song or a live setting it sound's great and blends pretty well. Bell is definitely its best feature, cuts but isnt overpowering and has a sweetness to it. Bow has a lot of attack and definition but with that dark wash underneath (which works surprisingly well for blast beats lol.) But yeah, my experience is that it sounds weird sitting behind it but great when recorded

[@KirksDrumRoom]

We're talking the same language! 👍 It's a fun cymbal to play.

[@peterl2820]

Thank you.. nice review. I want one.

[@KirksDrumRoom]

I think it’s a great cymbal. Probably not an all-arounder? But a wonderful instrument nonetheless!

[@gretschludwigdrummer209]

Nice sounding ride and love your groove 8:25 looking forward to your opinion on the rest of the cymbals !!

[@KirksDrumRoom]

Many thanks again for the compliment! And I'm starting to write a video for the hi-hats.

[@thesneakygamer4343]

The bell on my 22 sand ride is my favorite bell sound. Projects but still sounds natural

[@KirksDrumRoom]

I really like the bell on my 20". But I have friends who hate it, which I can't understand. Not preferring it is one thing, but hating it is another. LOL

[@thesneakygamer4343]

@@KirksDrumRoom it’s not the typical ride bell sound but I have never been a fan of that sound. Maybe that’s why I enjoy it lol

[@KirksDrumRoom]

@@thesneakygamer4343 I totally understand that. 👍

[@anthonyn1312]

Wait, I thought you were a play Zildjian cymbals!

[@KirksDrumRoom]

I really like Zildjians! That being said, I've owned the Meinl cymbals in the video for a few years now, and there's no doubt they're worth owning, and playing. It's fun to change up my sound every so often, no matter the company, since I don't have a cymbal endorsement.

[@anthonyn1312]

​@@KirksDrumRoom Then, when are you gonna become officially a Zildjian Artist?

[@KirksDrumRoom]

@@anthonyn1312 I have no idea. As far as I'm concerned, if it were to happen, that would be great. If it doesn't happen, it's no big deal to me.

[@anthonyn1312]

​@@KirksDrumRoom Gotcha!

[@anthonyn1312]

​@@KirksDrumRoomWhat is ypur current cymbal setup?