Meinl Big Bell Rides comparison
Explore the Ultimate Metal Ride and join Meinl Cymbals artist Navene Koperweis as he blasts through eight of our top ride cymbals, showcasing each model's signature sound and versatility. Navene demonstrates how each cymbal shines in typical metal fashion.
Byzance Brilliant 22" Heavy Hammered Ride
Solid, large bell produces a clear, dominant sound with full-bodied attack. Loud and powerful, yet musical.
Classics Custom Dark 18" Heavy Big Bell Ride
Aggressive and loud, but with a dark and warm tone, Classic Custom Dark cymbals are like nothing you have seen or heard before. Here, the cutting nature of Classics Custom is met with a shadowy and intense wash that envelops your playing with a complex, dark tone. The wide assortment of models and cymbal types are sure to help you find your sound whether you are adding on or building a complete set. Made in Germany from B12 bronze alloy, lathe formed profile, extra hammering, wide blade lathing, and dark finish.
Byzance Brilliant 21" Serpents Ride
A blend of definition and tone in a cymbal with shimmering sound and feel. Big-sized heavy bell produces a clear and cutting bell sound.
Classics Custom Dark 20" Heavy Ride
With precision definition, an oversized bell and the distinctive Classics Custom Dark finish, the Heavy Dark ride blares with an authoritative cut that can take charge of just about any playing situation. Its medium-heavy weight gives you extra lift to really let your ride playing shine for rock or metal styles. Made from B12 bronze alloy that is known for its refined tone and powerful character.
Byzance Brilliant 24" Pure Metal Ride
Massive bell, extreme heavy weight and highly polished finish make this cymbal a distinctive ride with outstanding sound qualities for louder musical settings.
Classics Custom Extreme Metal 18" Extreme Metal Big Bell Ride
It is a compact ride that provides the cut and volume for blasting and metal grooves without taking up space around the kit. The oversized bell generates penetrating tones.
Classics Custom Extreme Metal 20" Extreme Metal Ride
Unique ride cymbal with a huge bell for a penetrating and loud sound. High-pitched, glassy ping sound with a slightly trashy undertone. Perfect for fast ride patterns.
HCS 18" Big Bell Ride
Compact size ride featuring an oversized bell for loud and penetrating tones. Good for metal and blasting grooves.
