Detail 01
Medium thin weight
Opens up fast under light sticking. Wash builds quickly, so definition blurs once volume climbs.
Product detailSKU #1274115064682
MEINLByzance Jazz Medium Thin Ride Traditional Cymbal 22 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 22-inch medium thin ride from Meinl's Byzance Jazz line. Built for jazz and low-volume playing where you need stick definition and a wide, open wash.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Jazz gigs where the ride carries time and needs to bloom quietly
- Brush and light-stick playing on small kits
- Drummers who want a broad 22-inch spread at moderate stick weight
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock or metal — thin rides wash out under hard playing
- Players needing a cutting bell to hold a click-driven set
- Anyone wanting one durable do-everything crash-ride at high volume
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 inch diameter
Lower pitch and longer sustain than a 20. Needs stand clearance and adds real weight to your bag.
Detail 03
Traditional finish
Fully lathed and polished playing surface rather than raw or unlathed — cleaner, more focused stick sound.
Detail 04
Byzance Jazz voicing
Darker and warmer with a controlled wash, aimed at low and moderate volumes rather than cutting through a loud stage.
Detail 05
Mid-tier price
Puts it above entry-level sheet cymbals; you are paying for the hand-finished tone rather than durability.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cymbal only — no stand, felts, sleeve or bag included
- 0222 inches needs a taller stand and clearance from crashes and hats
- 03Thin rides key and mark easily; use a sleeve and avoid straight edge hits
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I crash a medium thin 22-inch ride?
Yes, at moderate force — it opens quickly. Repeated hard edge crashing on a thin cymbal shortens its life, so keep it as an occasional accent.
02Is 22 inches too big for jazz?
No. 22 is a common jazz ride size. It gives lower pitch, longer sustain and a wide stick spread. The real question is stand space and portability.
03Will this work in a rock band?
Only at moderate volume. It washes out under hard playing and lacks the cut of a heavier ride against loud guitars.
04How is the Jazz line different from a standard ride?
It is voiced darker and warmer with a faster, more controlled wash, built for low and moderate volumes rather than for cutting through a loud stage.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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