The document appears to be a catalog for Meinl cymbals from 2010. It includes the following sections:
1. Friends of Meinl Cymbals - Features photos of drummers submitted in an online contest to be included in the catalog.
2. An introduction thanking participants in the contest.
3. Product listings and photos for various Meinl cymbal lines including MB20, Byzance, and Brilliant cymbals. Descriptions of different cymbal types like crashes, rides, hi-hats etc. are provided along with size and model information.
4. Photos and endorsements from drummers using Meinl cymbals.
In 3 sentences or less
3. We Would like to thank each and every
MEINL CYMBALS
participant for taking part in our contest.
David Klekovic, USA
IN AN oNLINE CAMpAIgN, wE ASkEd EvErYoNE to SENd uS photoS of thEMSELvES wIth Anton James Olsson, Sweden
SoME rEAL ChArACtEr. froM ALL of thE ENtrIES wE rECEIvEd, wE ChoSE thE oNES wE LIkEd
BESt ANd INCLudEd thEM IN our CYMBAL guIdE AS "frIENdS of MEINL CYMBALS." ALL of Micah Della Porta, Andorra
thESE photoS CAN Now BE SEEN throughout our NEw 2010 CYMBAL CAtALog.
Victoria, Russia
Ritchie B.B., Germany Fabian Hütte, Germany
Carlos Carrasquilla, Panama
Shane Butler, USA
Kyle Conkle, USA
Ruben Albarracin Fernandez, Spain
Daniel O'Brien, Australia Vladimir Kustov, Russia
4 Zsolt, Hungary 5
4. AggReSSive Sound,
AggReSSive deSign • B20 BroNZE ALLoY
• hANd hAMMErEd INto ShApE
• MuSICALItY ANd MAXIMuM proJECtIoN
Meinl’s Mb20 cymbals are a combination of superior materials, craftsmanship and strength,
resulting in an aggressive sound. They are heavy cymbals which have been developed to meet
all of the requirements for today’s hard hitting drummers playing loud music.
Recommended
StyleS
Alternative
+extreme metal
+Hard Rock
toMMY CLufEtoS (uSA)
+Heavy metal
roB ZoMBIE
+Punk
+Rock
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5. roCk SpLAShES hIhAtS CrAShES
A loud, tight high-pitched sound
hEAvY SouNdwAvE MEdIuM hEAvY
Fra n ky C ost with an extremely direct and cutting
a n za (Fra n ce Aggressive, powerful and loud with Explosive with fast response, bright tonality
of D a goba pl ) attack. A very durable splash.
a ys the 10" a penetrating, energetic open hihat with powerful feeling. Medium to heavy weight
R o ck S pl a sh 10" MB20-10RS-B and a cutting chick. boosting its volume, making them the perfect
12" MB20-12RS-B sonic complement to the Mb20 heavy crashes.
14" MB20-14HSW-B
15" MB20-15HSW-B 16" MB20-16MHC-B
18" MB20-18MHC-B
20" MB20-20MHC-B
hEAvY
A mix of explosive power and tone for
cutting projection. Loud and direct with
a clarified response.
Stephen Maginnis,
UK Northern Ireland 16" MB20-16HC-B
Ben Hammou Amine, Morocco
17" MB20-17HC-B
Searge "Rodrigues"
Rodygin, Russia 18" MB20-18HC-B
19" MB20-19HC-B
20" MB20-20HC-B
Julian Bendixen, Germany Snake (Russia) of Naive
loves his 19“ Heavy Crash
Belyavsky Sergei, Russia
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6. roCk ChINAS rIdES hEAvY BELL rIdES
Hand hammered Rock China with an aggressive
and brash sound. Effective for riding, accenting
MEdIuM hEAvY Solid, large bell produces a clear,
and effects.
Highly polished finish and medium dominant sound with full-bodied attack.
18" MB20-18RCH-B heavy weight gives a defined clear stick Loud and powerful, yet musical.
20" MB20-20RCH-B definition with a nice wash.
20" MB20-20HBR-B
20" MB20-20MHR-B 22" MB20-22HBR-B
lwork
hEAvY Dirk Verbeuren (Be lgium) of Soi
digs his 22“ Hea vy Bel l Ride
Heavier weight and highly polished finish
gives a bright, dry and glassy ping.
Excellent stick definition with medium sustain.
Claudio Hector Sobrales, Argentina
20" MB20-20HR-B
21" MB20-21HR-B
22" MB20-22HR-B
Michael Galeza, Aram Khlief, Carlos Ciliberto, Venezuela
Dustin Cox, USA Germany Germany
Ale xAn dr "Shum" le viche v , ruSSiA
Chelsie Stulz, USA
www.mySpAce.com/kopengAgen
Callum Coupland, UK
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7. If you’ve never questioned your ride
sound before, try the Pure Metal Ride
and you will not only understand why
you should have, you never will again.
ChrIS AdLEr (uSA)
LAMB of god
purE MEtAL rIdE
Massive bell, extreme heavy weight and highly
polished finish make this cymbal a distinctive
ride with outstanding sound qualities for louder
musical settings.
24" MB20-24PMR-B
Includes a free 24"
Professional Cymbal Bag SIgNAturE CYMBAL
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8. Recommended styles:
Alternative | country
Hard Rock | Heavy metal | Pop
TRADITIONAl Punk | RnB | Rock | studio
• B20 BRonZe Alloy
• HAnd HAmmeRed FoR An UnIQUe soUnd
• tRAdItIon And IndIVIdUAlIty
SpENCEr SMIth (uSA)
pANIC At thE dISCo
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9. trAdItIoNAL
MINI hAtS hIhAtS CrAShES
TRADITIONAl Traditional finish cymbals
have a completely lathed
surface and a warm, smooth
and rich sound. The har-
monic spectrum has slightly Fast, quick responsive hihat with an thIN thIN
energetic, controlled open sound Light weight with increased Light weight, sounds fairly washy and
dominant mids.
and a defined, warm, cutting chick. sensitivity and response. Ultra warm dark in a narrow frequency range.
and fine sounding with a soft, Soft attack and a fairly short sustain.
10" B10MH
smooth chick. Outstanding musical
12" B12MH 14" B14TC 17" B17TC
cymbal, ideal for studio work.
SpLAShES ChINAS fLAt ChINAS 14" B14TH
15" B15TC
16" B16TC
18" B18TC
N EW!
MEdIuM thIN
MEdIuM
Washy and fairly dark sound with a full
Wide dynamic spectrum with a soft,
frequency spectrum. Loud attack with
warm sound. Unobtrusive and
moderate sustain.
controlled open hihat sound with
a crisp chick. 16" B16MTC 18" B18MTC
17" B17MTC 19" B19MTC
13" B13MH
14" B14MH
MEdIuM
15" B15MH
Traditional, warm sound in an extremely
A nice spread with great attack. Aggressive, brash attack with a complex Outstanding and exceptional chinas. wide dynamic spectrum. Energetic,
Punchy and washy but still with spread. Trashy sound with an explosive They are produced without a bell and hEAvY exploding attack and a louder response.
a traditional feel. response and long sustain. have a short sustain. Soft attack with Heavier weight for a powerful
16" B16MC 21" B21MC
a simmering, sizzling sound that is sound, with a brash open hihat
6" B6S 14" B14CH 18" B18MC 22" B22MC
focused. in a wide dynamic range.
8" B8S 16" B16CH 20" B20MC
C hin a e ll
10" B10S 18" B18CH 16" B16FCH 14" B14HH
12" B12S 20" B20CH 18" B18FCH
tb hEAvY
22" B22CH withou Heavier weight increases power and
focus, for a direct and loud response. r
Dave Atkins (Australia)
of Wolfmother uses an 16" B16HC
18” Medium Crash 18" B18HC
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10. trAdItIoNAL trAdItIoNAL
rIdES SIZZLE rIdES pINg rIdES
thIN
Dark and shimmering in the traditional style.
Clear bell definition and a mellow stick response
with a washy ping.
20" B20TR
MEdIuM
Balanced, controllable stick response with a
defined ping and a blend of bright overtones.
Warm basic sound with medium sustain and bell.
20" B20MR 23" B23MR
MEdIuM Excellent stick definition with a bright, clear ping.
21" B21MR 24" B24MR
Sizzles, along with the outstanding sound Glassy, high-pitched sound with short sustain for
22" B22MR
attributes of this Medium Ride, combine to form extremely busy patterns.
a shimmering sound with an extremely long
20" B20PR
hEAvY sustain.
22" B22PR
Powerful and focused sound with a defined,
20" B20MR-S
bright bell. Solid, full-bodied stick response
22" B22MR-S
with a clear ping.
20" B20HR 22" B22HR
21" B21HR 23" B23HR
Billy Kefalas, USA
tch
Jea n-Paul Gaster (USA) of Clu
plays the 23” Medium Ride
Michael, Russia Mike Villarreal, USA
Michael, Poland
Francesco Carloni, Dimitrije, Serbia and Montenegro
Italy
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11. BRIllIANT
recommended
styles
Alternative … country …
fusion … Hard rock …
Heavy metal … Pop … rnB …
rock … studio …
JASkA rAAtIkAINEN (fINLANd)
ChILdrEN of BodoM
• B20 Bronze Alloy
• HAnd HAmmered for An unique sound
• BrigHt ricH sounds
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12. BrILLIANt
hIhAtS fASt hIhAtS
BRIllIANT SIgNAturE CYMBAL
Brilliant cymbal
s are polished up
six times to a hi to
gh gloss finish.
in this manner ca Only
n the unique ap
pearance of Mei -
nl’s brilliant cymb
be guaranteed. als
These cymbals ca
tivate with thei p-
r reflective surf
and bright, rich aces
sound.
MEdIuM
A brilliant, bright sound, based on
SpLAShES ChINAS the highly polished surface and bright
finish. A wide dynamic spectrum.
Hihat features two different finishes, enabling a dry immediate
response, an extremely fast chick, and a short sustain.
13" B13MH-B
13" B13FH
14" B14MH-B
14" B14FH
hEAvY
Increased focus through heavier weight
with a very clear and brilliant sound
and a bright, powerful open hihat.
14" B14HH-B
High-polished finish, brilliant and Brilliant, bright overtones with a sizzling,
bright sound with fast response. trashy, brash sound. Tyler Coste, USA
6" B6S-B 14" B14CH-B
8" B8S-B 16" B16CH-B
10" B10S-B 18" B18CH-B
12" B12S-B 20" B20CH-B
It barks when I whack it with my stick.
It screams when I ride it half open, and
Anton James Olsson,
Sweden
it snaps at me when I slam my boot down.
thoMAS LANg (AuStrIA)
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13. BrILLIANt BrILLIANt
CrAShES rIdES
thIN MEdIuM
High-polished finish contains bright High-polished finish effects a clear, warm sound
overtones with a silky, washy, dark with bright overtones. Defined ping with medium
sound. Short sustain. sustain.
14" B14TC-B 17" B17TC-B 20" B20MR-B
15" B15TC-B 18" B18TC-B 21" B21MR-B
16" B16TC-B 22" B22MR-B
24" B24MR-B
MEdIuM thIN
Bright and brilliant overtones with a Rachel Rep (Germany) of Farin Urlaub Racing Team hEAvY Kai Hahto (Fin land) of Wintersun
moderate sustain that is silky, clear. favors her 18” Medium Thin Crash High frequency range caused by the plays the 20” Heavy Ride
high-polished finish. Penetrating, defined,
16" B16MTC-B 18" B18MTC-B
bright bell and a glassy, clear ping.
17" B17MTC-B 19" B19MTC-B
20" B20HR-B
22" B22HR-B
MEdIuM
Medium weight, high-polished
finish with a clear, warm sound.
Lots of bright, brilliant overtones
with a medium sustain.
Will Hankey, UK
16" B16MC-B 20" B20MC-B
18" B18MC-B Fips Ascon, Germany
Nick, Russia
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14. BrILLIANt BrILLIANt
SIgNAturE CYMBAL
SErpENtS rIdE
A blend of definition and tone in a cymbal with shimmering
sound and feel. Big-sized heavy bell produces a clear and
cutting bell sound.
21" B21SR-B
Swift, delicate, accurate, powerful, mystical,
intense, scary. These terms describe the adapta-
tions of my Serpents Ride in its world: Music.
dErEk roddY (uSA)
SErpENtS rISE
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15. DARK
· B20 bronze alloy
· Hand hammered for an unique sound BEN SESAr (uSA)
BrAd pAISLEY
· Unlathed surface and dark sounds
RECOMMENDED STYLES
Country | Funk | Fusion | Jazz | Latin
Pop | RnB | Rock | Studio
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16. dArk
rIdES rAw BELL rIdE
DARK Dark cymbals are not lat
have their original appea
and sound characteristic
hed and
rance
. They N EW!
are distinguished by an ea
rthy
sound with a fairly short
sustain.
SpLAShES ChINA CrAShES
N EW!
Low frequency range with esoteric character Outstanding ride cymbal with excellent sound
due to the untreated finish. Dark, earthy, with features and an extraordinary dark look. Untrea-
a short sustain and a defined ping and bell. ted raw bell creates a fat, projecting sound that
has a wide spectrum.
20" B20DAR
21" B21DAR 20" B20RBR
Dark, earthy sound with a strong, Low frequency with a dark and Dark in a low frequency range, and
punchy attack. Short sustain in dirty appearance in sound and look. esoteric character caused by the
a low frequency range with esoteric Aggressive attack with a washy, untreated finish. Earthy with a strong
character. short sustain. attack and a short sustain.
8" B8DAS 18" B18DACH 16" B16DAC
10" B10DAS 17" B17DAC
18" B18DAC
Chris Coleman (USA) of New Kids on the Block
loves his 20” Dark Ride
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17. dArk dArk
hIhAtS SpECtruM hIhAtS This cymbal transcends genres.
SIgNAturE CYMBAL
A classic elegant sound combined
with an aggressive clear projection.
rodNEY hoLMES (uSA)
Untreated finish. Esoteric, dark Unique pairing, designed with Rodney
sound with a dirty, earthy open hihat Holmes’s personal inspirations in mind.
and a short sustain and chick. Solid, strong chick sound with tight
stick response and plenty of presence.
13" B13DAH
SIgNAturE CYMBAL
14" B14DAH 13" B13SH
14" B14SH
Crisp, but full. Clean, yet earthy. SpECtruM rIdE
Cutting, while being warm at the same Distinctive, clear and penetrating bell. Low to mid
time. Some call it a contradiction. frequencies with a fairly dark ping. Very harmonic
Fe lix Lehrmann (Germany)
digs the 13” Da rk Hihat But I call it completeness. and musical ride with a special spiral-lathing.
22" B22SR
rodNEY hoLMES (uSA)
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18. dArk dArk
StAdIuM rIdE SkY rIdE
The 22" size combined with the relative light weight, the dark Unique sized ride cymbal in dark finish.
finish top, and lathed bottom create a smooth wash with a It has the same sound character as the
buttery feeling. The big-sized heavy bell produces a pingy and 20" dark ride, yet with a higher pitch and
penetrating sound. faster response.
22" B22STR 19" B19SKR
SIgNAturE CYMBAL SIgNAturE CYMBAL
"T his ride is the king
of rides!" "Plea se enjoy this deep
and vast soun d!"
NorIAkI kuMAgAI (JApAN)
trIX
trEvor LAwrENCE Jr. (uSA)
dr. drE
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19. exTRA DRy
RECOMMENDED STYLES
Ambient | Drum’n Bass | Experimental
Funk | Jazz | Latin | RnB | Pop | Studio
JoSt NICkEL (gErMANY)
JAN dELAY & dISko No.1
· B20 bronze alloy
· Hand hammered for an unique sound
· Natural appearance and extra dry sounds
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20. EXtrA drY
CrAShES rIdES
exTRA DRy
Extra Dry cymbals have big hammer
marks which in combination with the
untreated, natural finish enable
an extremely dark sound with a
short sustain. Dominant lows with
an esoteric character.
thIN MEdIuM
SpLASh ChINAS hIhAtS Unique light weight crash with Extremely musical cymbal with dry stick
an extremely dry and low pitched definition and an outstanding short sustain.
sound. Trashy overtones, soft Unlathed surface and big hammer strokes
N EW!
response with a fast decay creating produce a dry and warm sound in a low
an overall “dryness”. frequency range.
N EW!
16" B16EDTC 20" B20EDMR Nick D’Virgilio (USA) of
18" B18EDTC 22" B22EDMR Spock’s Beard uses the
20" B20EDTC NEW! 20” Extra Dry Medium Ride
An especially crisp sound that has Unique china with a dark, dirty MEdIuM
a wide spectrum ranging from low sound that has a wide spectrum of Distinctive hihat due to its weight
to high frequencies. Very musical frequencies. An explosive attack due relation between top and bottom.
splash with an unusual appearance to the medium thin weight and the Dry and defined, fat chick due to
in sound and look. partial lathing. heavy bottom. Light weight top
produces a dark stick response
10" B10EDS 18" B18EDCH
with little wash. Paul Tetzlaff
20" B20EDCH
(Germany) of
13" B13EDMH
Clueso plays the
14" B14EDMH
18” Extra Dry
Thin Crash
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21. Recommended Styles
Ambient | Funk | Jazz | Latin | RnB | Studio | World
JAZZ
woLfgANg hAffNEr
(gErMANY)
· B20 bronze alloy
· Hand hammered for an unique sound
· Complex blend of sounds
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22. JAZZ
CrAShES ChINA rIdE
The award winning Byzance
Jazz cym-
bals have a regular finish
JAZZ
and contain
outstanding sound qualities.
They were
developed for the natural
vintage sound
that traditional Jazz requir
es. With a
complex blend of sounds, an
overall
darkness and a nice spread
, these fac-
tors come together to for
m a warm,
musical mix.
EXtrA thIN
Extreme light weight crash with a warm and
natural vintage-sound. Washy, dark attack
SpLASh hIhAtS with a fast, full-bodied response. Suitable Exotic, trashy sound with a soft feeling. Very
as a light ride. controllable and responsive in a wide dynamic
range. Well suited for a smooth, sizzling ride
16" B16JETC
or a slow swelling crash.
17" B17JETC
18" B18JETC 22" B22JCHR
thIN SwEEt rIdES
Delicate and musical Jazz cymbal. Fast
and explosive with a warm, low-pitched
thIN sound. Complex frequency range with
Musically deep and dark. Colorful
Exceptional light weight hihat with a smooth decay. Suitable as a light ride.
with a papery, washy attack and a
a low volume stick response and a
wide smooth spread. 16" B16JTC
soft, smooth chick. Blends well
17" B17JTC
10" B10JS and has a comfortable feel.
18" B18JTC
Winner of the M.I.P.A.
13" B13JTH
Musikmesse International
14" B14JTH
Press Award MEdIuM thIN
Fast and explosive with a warm, dark sound,
yet with a clear projection. Complex frequency
range with a fast decay. Suitable as a light ride.
Delicate, sensitive cymbal with a sweet feel.
16" B16JMTC Soft stick response with a sparkling spread
17" B17JMTC and long sustain. Perfect for brush work.
18" B18JMTC
20" B20JSLR SWEET LigHT RiDE
Oli Rubow (Germany) of De Phazz
20" B20JSR SWEET RiDE
loves the 14” Jazz Thin Hihat
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23. JAZZ JAZZ
rIdES fLAt rIdE CLuB rIdES
Distinctive Flat Ride with a great presence. Big hammer marks
enable the cymbal to sound dark and warm, yet soft and smooth.
Long, sizzling sustain.
20" B20JCR
22" B22JCR
SIgNAturE CYMBAL
EXtrA thIN A clear, sweet ping with a subtle hum, little
My Club Rides sound perfect both
Extreme light weight ride with a dark, smooth build-up and a long sustain. Excellent for low live and in the studio. They have
and complex tonal structure. A beautiful,
wide spread and shimmer with a long sustain.
to medium volume situations.
a cool touch and look absolutely
20" B20JETR
20" B20JFR
stunning. woLfgANg hAffNEr (gErMANY)
22" B22JETR
thIN
Traditional Jazz Ride with a perfect blend
of spread and shimmer. Intensive hammering
results in a harmonic, colorful sound with
lots of depth.
20" B20JTR
22" B22JTR
MEdIuM thIN
Low pitched sound, yet with very nice
washy overtones. Warm and full-bodied
stick response with a soft buttery feel.
fa vors
Huge spread with a long sustain. Gergo Borla i (Hunga ry)
in Ride
20" B20JMTR the 20” Ja zz Extra Th
22" B22JMTR
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24. vINtAgE
Superhuman, modern abilities with
that great vintage sound...unreal!
s cymbals are
VINTAGe Byzance Vintage Serie
traditionally made from
and feature innovative
B20 bronze alloy
designs with un-
BENNY grEB (gErMANY)
e sounds. Made for
conventional yet uniqu
g for a truly indi-
drummers who are lookin
to express musicality
vidual sound in order
pieces of art with
to its fullest. Distinct
teristics.
stunning sound charac
N EW!
SIgNAturE CYMBAL
SANd rIdE
The ba ck of the Sa
The sandblasted top combined with the partially nd Ride
lathed bottom produce an outstanding dry and fast
stick sound with a very quick decay. The bell has a
clear, bright and articulate voice.
20" B20SAR
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25. New
series! rALf guStkE (gErMANY)
XAvIEr NAIdoo
Recommended
Styles
Alternative 1 Funk
Fusion 1 Heavy Metal
Mainstream 1 Pop
Rock 1 Studio
ModErN CoNCEpt, trAdItIoNAL SouNd
• B20 Bronze alloy
• high-tech computerized manufacturing
• rich sounds and utmost in musicality
M-Series cymbals are made in Germany from B20 bronze alloy featuring high-tech computerized manufacturing standards.
These cymbals have a traditional look and feel, but with a modern sound and distinct clarity. They have been developed for
the needs of literally all styles of music and are therefore the perfect all around professional cymbal series.
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26. New
series!
Made in Germany
B20 bronze alloy
High-tech computerized
manufacturing
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27. New
series!
hIhAt rIdES
MEdIuM MEdIuM
Outstanding clear and bright stick Clear, crisp stick definition with a shimmering
sound with a fat chick, due to the spread. Rich sound with a good degree of
heavy weight bottom. Strong and color and plenty of warmer undertones. Nice
powerful response with a controlled shaped bell that projects loud and clear.
feeling.
ba l
bo t to m cy m 20" MS20MR
Exce p tio n a lly he a vy n se a n d a
s tick re spo
14" MS14MH 22" MS22MR
for a fa s t s o u n d.
d, fa t chick
more d e fin e
CrAShES
MEdIuM
Rich sounds characteristic of B20
bronze alloy. Speaks very quickly
with beautiful warm undertones,
Irvin, France
and shimmers with brilliance and
musicality. Mark Mcguinness,
Ireland lars Stefan Pillen, Germany
16" MS16MC
18" MS18MC Dylan Smith, USA
Alex larson, USA
Christophe Verbeek,
Belgium
lawrence Napoco, Brian Jones, USA
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28. exPeRience muSicAlity And A Stunni
ng look
guStAv SChäfEr (gErMANY)
tokIo hotEL
• B12 Bronze alloy
Recommended StyleS • high-tech computerized hammering
• two finishes in one cymBal
country / Hard Rock / Heavy metal
Pop / Rock / Studio The Soundcaster Fusion cymbals combine two different finishes in one cymbal. Unlathed, brilliant
finish and closed lathing finish for a washy sound with short sustain. This outstanding finish and
the laser-engraved logos results in a stunning and distinctive look.
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29. CrAShES trASh CrAShES rIdES
N EW!
Winner of the M.I.P.A.
Musikmesse International
Press Award sion
The new Soundcaster Fu
Tra sh Crash
MEdIuM Special designed Trash Crash thIN
Full frequency spread with an with a stunning, unique look. A combination of a soft feel with an articulate
enhanced shimmer. Combination Light weight, eight holes and response. A great stick sound with a nice
of an outstanding warm character the typical Soundcaster Fusion controllable wash. Perfect for any application
SpLAShES ChINAS hIhAtS and a clear sound. lathing pattern create an extreme
trashy and biting sound effect.
where a washy ride sound and a clear ping
are both needed.
14" SF14MC NEW!
16" SF16MC 16" SF16TRC 20" SF20TR NEW!
17" SF17MC NEW! 18" SF18TRC
18" SF18MC
MEdIuM
Defined, solid stick attack with a strong bell
powErfuL
due to the unlathed surface. Outside lathed
Enhanced brightness yet retains
edge increases spread with a medium sustain.
plenty of warmth while maintaining
a wide frequency. Swelling attack 20" SF20MR
with a long sustain. Suited for
Clear and warm sound. Combination of trashiness and brilliance. MEdIuM powerful accents.
powErfuL
Very musical splash. The close lathing at the edge effects an Smooth and voluminous open hihat
enhanced washy sound. sound with a defined chick.
16" SF16PC NEW! Energetic, powerful, and warm sound due
8" SF8S NEW! Wide dynamic spectrum with a warm
18" SF18PC NEW! to its special lathed edge. Fat, strong stick
10" SF10S
16" SF16CH NEW! character.
20" SF20PC NEW! response with a loud bell.
18" SF18CH Javad (Russia) of Plastillinn
20" SF20PR
20" SF20CH NEW! 13" SF13MH NEW! favors the 20” Powerful Ride
22" SF22PR
14" SF14MH
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exPeRience BRilliAnce And wARmtH
• B12 Bronze alloy
• high-tech computerized hammering
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R&D efforts in finding new exciting sounds. The B12 bronze alloy combined / St ud io
with the brilliant finish results in a mirror-like surface for a brighter, richer,
and more brilliant sound, yet with a controlled amount of high frequencies.
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