Detail 01
20 inch
Large for a crash. Lower pitch, slower attack, more body than a 16 or 18.
Product detailSKU #1274115064505
MEINLByzance Extra Dry Thin Crash Traditional Cymbal 20 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
20-inch thin crash in MEINL's Byzance Extra Dry line. For drummers who want a big, dark accent that gets out of the way quickly.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Low-volume rooms where a bright crash overpowers everything
- Recording, where long wash muddies the drum mics
- Players wanting one large crash that also works as a ride-ish accent
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock or metal stages needing sustained wash to cut through
- Drummers who want bright, glassy, long-decaying crashes
- Anyone on a tight budget — this is a premium-tier cymbal
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
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Detail 02
Thin weight
Opens fast under a light stick and takes less force to reach full volume.
Detail 03
Extra Dry
Short, controlled decay with less wash, so crashes clear out before the next hit.
Detail 04
Crash, not crash/ride
Built to be struck on the edge. Riding it gives a washy, less defined stick sound.
Detail 05
Traditional finish
Lathed and polished rather than raw, which brings out more shimmer than an unlathed surface.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cymbal only — no stand, felts, sleeve or bag included
- 02Thin cymbals crack if hit flat; strike glancing across the edge
- 03At 20 inch, check your stand and rack clearance before mounting
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use a 20-inch crash as a ride?
You can, but a thin dry crash gives a washy, indistinct stick definition. It works for a crash-heavy jazz or ambient setup, not for steady eighth-note riding.
02Is this loud enough for a rock band?
Thin and dry means it opens fast but decays quickly and doesn't build wash. It suits quieter rooms and recording more than loud amplified stages.
03Does it come with a cymbal stand?
No. You get the cymbal only. Budget for a stand, sleeve, washers and felts if you don't already have a free arm.
04What's the difference between Extra Dry and regular Byzance?
Extra Dry runs darker with a shorter, more controlled decay and less wash. Standard Byzance sustains longer and spreads more after the initial hit.
Reference
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