Detail 01
Extra Dry
Short decay and a dark, controlled tone. The stick sound stays on top instead of drowning in sustain.
Product detailSKU #1274115064108
MEINLByzance Extra Dry Medium Ride Traditional Cymbal 22 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 22-inch ride built for stick definition rather than wash. For drummers who need the ride to stay articulate under loud, busy playing.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Live rock and blues where a washy ride disappears in the mix
- Drummers who ride the bow and want every stroke separate
- Studio work where long cymbal decay smears the room mics
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a long, shimmering wash under brushes
- Anyone after a bright, glassy crash-ride for pop
- Tight setups and small cases — 22 inches needs room
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
22 inches
Bigger surface, lower pitch, wider spread. Also heavier on the stand and a little slower to respond.
Detail 03
Medium weight
Enough mass to hold its pitch under hard riding, still thin enough to open up when you hit the edge.
Detail 04
Traditional finish
Lathed rather than polished bright. Slightly warmer, less glare under lights, and stick marks show less.
Detail 05
Ride, not crash
Meant for steady time on the bow. It will crash, but as a short trashy burst, not a long wash.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Needs a stand with a sleeve and felts so the bell hole isn't damaged
- 0222 inches may not clear a standard cymbal bag or hardware case
- 03Dry rides sound flat played alone — judge it behind a kit
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is a 22-inch ride too big for a small kit?
It fits most setups, but check stand height and clearance to your crashes and hi-hat. The larger diameter also puts more weight on the stand arm.
02Can I crash on it?
Yes, on the edge. Because it's a dry medium ride, you get a short, trashy burst that decays fast rather than an open crash wash.
03Is a dry ride too dark for rock?
No. Dry means short and controlled, not quiet. The tight stick attack is usually easier to hear in a loud band than a washy ride.
04What does Traditional finish change versus a brilliant finish?
Traditional is lathed and left unpolished, so it reads slightly warmer and less glassy, with a duller, more matte look on stage.
