Meinl Cymbals - Official Product Videos

The official channel for all Meinl Cymbals product videos, produced by Meinl.

Watch on YouTube

NEW FOR 2024

All New Cymbals

Meinl Drum Gear

Drummers are always looking to expand and enhance their sound. One easy way to do that is by using the drummer accessories Meinl offers. Whether you are looking for a simple way to change your tone or want to build layers of complex sound into your kit, Meinl has many options to explore below.

read more

21
21
21
+ 3

Byzance Vintage 21" C Squared Ride - B21C2R

  • B20 bronze alloy
  • Hand hammered for an unique sound
  • Holes around the edge to control wash and sustain
  • Designed in collaboration with Chris Coleman
Dealer Locator

Show more

Byzance Vintage

21" C Squared Ride - B21C2R

The C2 (C Squared) ride was designed in collaboration with Meinl Cymbals artist Chris Coleman, and it perfectly blends the elements that Chris needed from multiple ride cymbals into a versatile yet powerful...

Show more

Signature  Chris Coleman

more about Chris

About Byzance Vintage

The C2 (C Squared) ride was designed in collaboration with Meinl Cymbals artist Chris Coleman, and it perfectly blends the elements that Chris needed from multiple ride cymbals into a versatile yet powerful 21” ride cymbal. Starting with a heavy blank, the bow is worked into to a high profile; this combination of weight and shape work together to accentuate the desired stick articulation and presence. The holes around the edge are an uncommon feature found on ride cymbals, but they were added to control the wash and sustain that larger cymbals generate and to further augment the definition Chris desired to stand out in the mix. While the bell is thick enough to cut through any band, the hand-hammering gives it a warm and earthy tonality for a more musical punch. The overall extraordinary look of this cymbal with its raw, unlathed surface and holes combined with its intense sound will make everyone take notice when you add it to your kit. Chris Coleman: “I wanted something I could use for a lot of things so I don’t have to carry multiple ride cymbals with me every time I play. I can cover a lot of ground with this ride, and it just does everything I need it to do and sits well in the mix too.”

Dealer Locator

Features:

  • B20 bronze alloy
  • Hand hammered for an unique sound
  • Holes around the edge to control wash and sustain

Cymbal Type:

  • Ride

Weight:

  • Heavy

Size:

  • 21″

Music Style:

  • Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, R&B, Reggae, Studio, World, Electro

Pitch:

  • Low

Character:

  • Vintage, Dry

Timbre:

  • Dark

Volume:

  • Medium to Low

Lathe:

  • None

Sustain:

  • Medium to Short

Material:

  • B20 Bronze

Finish:

  • Dark
  • Raw

Shaping:

  • Hand Hammered

To Clean:

  • not recommended
Meinl Brands