Detail 01
Medium thin
Opens quickly with a light hit and decays cleanly. A heavier crash would need more force and ring longer.
Product detailSKU #1274115064060
MEINLByzance Medium Thin Crash Traditional - 17 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 17-inch medium thin crash from MEINL's Byzance line at $379.99. For players who want a responsive, musical crash for stage and studio.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Studio work where cymbal tone gets scrutinized
- Gigging drummers replacing a harsh entry-level crash
- Dynamic playing from brushes up to full volume
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners still developing stick control and touch
- High-volume metal players wanting a heavy, cutting crash
- Anyone on a tight budget building a first cymbal set
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
17 inches
Middle ground. Lower and fuller than a 16, faster to speak than an 18.
Detail 03
Traditional finish
The lathed, polished look and the more familiar bright crash voice, versus MEINL's darker raw-finish Byzance models.
Detail 04
$379.99
Professional tier. You are paying for tonal complexity and response, not durability alone.
Detail 05
Crash only
Built for accents. It will wash out fast under a sustained ride pattern.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cymbal only. Stand, sleeve, and felts sold separately.
- 02Thin cymbals crack from rim hits. Strike with a glancing blow.
- 03Pairs best with a second crash of a different size for contrast.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I ride on this cymbal?
Not really. A medium thin 17-inch crash builds too much wash under a steady pattern. Use a dedicated ride for that.
02Is it too thin for hard hitting?
It will handle a strong crash, but heavy metal-volume playing suits a thicker cymbal that resists and cuts better.
03How does 17 inches compare to 16?
Slightly lower pitch, more body, and a bit more sustain. A 16 speaks faster and gets out of the way quicker.
04Why does it cost more than an HCS crash?
It is from MEINL's professional Byzance series, with a more complex tone and finer response than the entry HCS line.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
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