Detail 01
Extra-Dry voice
Dark and short-sustaining. The chick and stick attack dominate; little wash lingers between notes.
Product detailSKU #1274115064249
MEINLByzance Extra-Dry Medium Hi-Hat Cymbals 14 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 14-inch hi-hat pair with a dark, dry voice and short sustain. For drummers who want a controlled stick sound instead of wash.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Studio work where a washy hi-hat smears the mix
- Tight, articulate eighth- and sixteenth-note patterns
- Low- and mid-volume rooms: jazz, roots, singer-songwriter gigs
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock or metal needing a bright, cutting hat
- Players who want long shimmer and open wash
- A first cymbal purchase at this price
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
Medium weight
Heavy enough to hold pitch under hard playing, light enough to open and breathe on foot splashes.
Detail 03
14 inch
The standard hi-hat size. Balanced stick attack and body, and it fits any normal hi-hat stand.
Detail 04
Sold as a pair
Top and bottom are matched to each other, so the closed chick stays consistent as you tilt the bottom.
Detail 05
$599.99
Professional tier. The money buys tonal character, not extra volume or brightness.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01A hi-hat stand and clutch are needed; cymbals do not mount alone.
- 02Dry cymbals shrink in a loud band — hear them at gig volume first.
- 03Pair carefully with your ride; a bright ride can fight a dry hat.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are these too dark for rock?
For loud rock they can disappear under guitars. They work at moderate volumes, but a brighter, heavier hat cuts better in a high-volume band.
02Do they include a clutch?
Clutches normally ship with hi-hat stands rather than with cymbals. Confirm you have one before your first rehearsal, or buy one separately.
03Is 14 inch the right size?
14 inch is the default hi-hat size and the safest choice. 13 inch gets tighter and higher; 15 inch gets darker and slower to close.
04Will these work for quiet practice?
Yes. The short sustain keeps them controlled at low volume, which is why they suit small rooms and recording.
