In a limited production run, Meinl took their highly popular Byzance Polyphonic design – thin edges, a lathed body, and that signature raw bell – and gave it a buffed brilliant finish. This special finish tames the high-end frequencies, giving you a slightly warmer, smoother attack and spread. These hi-hats are expressive through their varying profile with thin edges and a thicker, unlathed bell. Their medium thin weight in the bow allows them to be very versatile and live up to their Polyphonic name. Starting with hand-hammering and following with hand lathing in Turkey, the word ‘traditional’ accurately describes their hand forged shape and deeply rooted sound. The Traditional series features our broadest voice for Byzance, with a wide variety of sizes and weights that blend into any musical setting. Made in Turkey from B20 bronze, hand-hammered into shape, narrow blade lathing, and traditional finish. When closed, these hats deliver tight grooves with just the right balance of attack and air underneath. When you need power, open them up to hear the unlathed bell add a dark roar to the wash. The bell also provides the foundation for a solid chick with your foot. Features: B20 Bronze Alloy Hand hammered for an unique sound Tradition and individuality Material: B20 Bronze Shaping: Hand Hammered Character: Warm, Smooth Sustain: Short Volume: Medium Timbre: Mid-Bright Pitch: High-Mid Weight: Medium Thin Lathe: Narrow Blade Finish: Brilliant Made in Turkey To clean: Meinl Cymbal Cleaner
