• Byzance Vintage Sand Series cymbals are hand hammered into shape by Meinl cymbal artisans in Turkey using B20 bronze alloy
• The Sand Series cymbals are aged through a special procedure where the surface of the cymbal is sandblasted to give more warmth, dryness and a fantastic look with super human abilities
• The Vintage Crashes dominate with fantastic explosive crash sounds that unfold into an array of trashy, dark tones
• When riding on the top of the profile, the Vintage Crashes respond with a dark, swelling wash that surrounds every note you play
• The sounds are reflective of old school jazz and bebop recordings, but with modern applications in most styles of music
• Sand Series cymbals feel as good as the sound and look with their responsive musicality at any dynamic

Cymbal:16" Vintage Crash

Its unusual sandblasted surface gives it a soft feel and a distinct matte finish. Its low, dark and somewhat dry washy sound isn't too soft or too loud. With its great stick definition and short sustain, you can dig into Byzance Vintage for total control at all times. It's a sound that fits into any music that isn't in the upper decibel levels.