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Brass alloy
Brighter and more one-dimensional than bronze, with less volume and complexity. It is the entry tier of cymbal metal.
Product detailSKU #1274115063956
MEINLBrass Marching Medium Cymbal Pair 16 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 16-inch brass hand-cymbal pair for marching band and drum line. Entry-level metal, sized and weighted for straps and crashing by hand.
Strong match
Who this is for
- School marching band and drum line cymbal lines
- Beginners learning hand-crash technique before moving to bronze
- Programs buying multiple pairs on a tight budget
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drum set players — these are hand cymbals, not stand cymbals
- Competitive corps needing the projection of B20 bronze
- Anyone wanting a single cymbal; this ships as a pair
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
16-inch pair
Middle of the marching range. Big enough to project on the field, light enough for a student to hold through a show.
Detail 03
Medium weight
Balances response and volume. Lighter pairs speak faster; heavier ones cut harder but tire the arms.
Detail 04
Sold as a matched pair
Two cymbals, one player. You are buying a complete hand-cymbal setup, not adding to an existing one.
Detail 05
Marching hand cymbals
Designed to be crashed against each other on straps, not mounted on a stand or struck with a stick.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Straps and leather pads are not included — check before the first rehearsal
- 02Brass dents and marks more easily than bronze; expect visible wear from hand crashes
- 03Store on edge in a bag, not stacked flat, to keep the bells from deforming
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do straps come with these?
No. You need marching cymbal straps and pads separately. They are not usable on a hand-cymbal line without them.
02Can I mount one on a drum set stand?
Physically yes, but they are drilled and weighted for hand playing. A stand-mounted crash of the same size will sound better on a kit.
03How does brass compare to bronze for marching?
Brass is brighter, thinner-sounding and quieter. Bronze projects further with more low-end. Brass is the standard choice for school-budget lines.
04Is 16 inches the right size for high school?
It is a common size for high school lines — enough projection for a field without being too heavy for younger players to hold up.
