Assorted Chinas Comparison
Join us on an exciting journey as we explore 14 assorted china cymbals in our collection. In this special showcase, Meinl Cymbals artist Navene Koperweis takes center stage, demonstrating each china cymbal's unique sound and character in a typical rock groove. He expertly showcases the versatility and dynamics of each cymbal, giving you an inside look at how they can elevate your sound.
BYZANCE TRADITIONAL
18" TRASH CHINA
The Byzance Traditional 18” Trash China delivers a superb trashy tone with a medium spread and an agile feel. Its trashy, explosive attack and dark sound are both powerful and nuanced. Hole cut-outs allow the china to roar to life and decay quickly for faster accents. The result is a classic traditional cymbal loaded with bite.
PURE ALLOY CUSTOM
18" TRASH CHINA
The 18” Meinl Pure Alloy Custom Trash China features holes throughout and speaks quickly, accurately and without much effort. Working at all levels from soft accents to blistering smashes, the hole cut-outs give this china an authentic and refined voice with a short sustain.
Byzance Traditional
18" China
Aggressive, brash attack with a complex spread. Trashy sound with an explosive response and long sustain.
Pure Alloy
18" Trash China
The Pure Alloy Trash China features holes that have been added throughout for a faster attack and quick decay. Additionally, this china has a different tonal response with more highs in the wash meaning this china will cut when needed. Finally, the holes will prevent airlock when used to stack with other cymbals.
Pure Alloy
18" China
Mid-range blend of trashy tonality and bright, aggressive attack. It delivers a well-rounded classic china sound with plenty of dynamic range. Great for crash riding.
Byzance Brilliant
18" Heavy Hammered China
Heavily hand hammered Chinas with an aggressive and brash sound. Effective for riding, accenting and effects.
Byzance Traditional
20" China
Aggressive, brash attack with a complex spread. Trashy sound with an explosive response and long sustain.
Byzance Traditional
20" Trash China
The Byzance Traditional 20” Trash China delivers a superb trashy tone with a medium spread and an agile feel. Its trashy, explosive attack and dark sound are both powerful and nuanced. Hole cut-outs allow the china to roar to life and decay quickly for faster accents. The result is a classic traditional cymbal loaded with bite.
Byzance Traditional
22" China
Aggressive, brash attack with a complex spread. Trashy sound with an explosive response and long sustain.
Byzance Brilliant
20" Heavy Hammered China
Heavily hand hammered Chinas with an aggressive and brash sound. Effective for riding, accenting and effects.
Byzance Brilliant
20" China
Brilliant, bright overtones with a sizzling, trashy, brash sound.
Byzance Vintage
20" Equilibrium China
It provides the perfect balance of a cutting "chaw" sound and a softer, dry, trashiness, making it a china for many applications.
Byzance Brilliant
18" Trash China
The Byzance Brilliant 18” Trash China has a vigorous attack note delivering trashy cut along with shimmering sustain backed by complex tone. Hole cut-outs allow the china to roar to life and decay quickly for faster accents. The result is a classic brilliant cymbal loaded with bite.
Byzance Brilliant
18" China
Brilliant, bright overtones with a sizzling, trashy, brash sound.
