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21 in. diameter
A full-size ride cymbal format.
Product detailSKU #1387207867771
MEINLByzance Mike Johnston Signature Transition Ride 21 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Meinl’s 21 in. Mike Johnston Signature Transition Ride is a B20 bronze Byzance ride built around articulation that can open into crashing. Its raw, unlathed surface and specialized hammering produce a dark, complex voice with crisp stick definition and fast decay. The result is a ride that keeps rhythmic patterns clear, then moves into open crashes without losing their outline. Its bell adds clear, balanced presence without taking over the overall cymbal sound.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Drummers moving between defined ride patterns and open crashes within the same performance.
- Jazz, funk, electronic, and R&B parts that call for responsive, articulate cymbal work.
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.
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Raw, unlathed finish and specialized hammering
These treatments shape its dark, complex sound, articulation, and rapid decay.
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B20 bronze
The cymbal uses the bronze alloy specified for Meinl’s Byzance series.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can it be used for both ride patterns and crashing?
Yes. It is designed to move from articulate rhythm work into open crashing while maintaining stick definition.
02How does the bell behave at higher volumes?
It stays clear and balanced, remaining part of the overall sound instead of overpowering it.
