The surfaces without polishing and intense hammered manual can make you think the sound of this cymbal is strong and aggressive when in reality, the series Extra Dry to low volumes is when it draws its true dark and earthy tones.
With a serious tuning and a very personal sound, this cymbal has an "esotheric" character caused by the lack of polishing of its surface. Shortcut and shortfall with great contrast due to a unique combination hammered and turned.
The series Byzance Extra Dry de Meinl is manufactured in Turkey with the famous B20 alloy and scrupulously following all the steps with which for centuries are manufactured the best cymbals of the world.

The alloy

The series Byzance de Meinl is manufactured in Turkey with the famous B20 alloy and scrupulously following all the steps with which for centuries are manufactured the best cymbals of the world. This B20 alloy is composed of 80% copper and 20% tin, a alloy that can be difficult to work as it requires a great re-elaboration and recollected due to its natural state that is very fragile.