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 a  20% tin, a alloy that can be difficult to work as it requires a great reworking and recollecting due to its natural state that is very fragile. 

About Meinl Cymbals
The cymbals meinl have a distinctive sound. Despite having an extensive catalog, they have found a particular sound and a particular aesthetic. Currently it is the company with greater growth in the world.
Meinl has series high quality professionals but also manufactures cymbals for students or beginners but with a very high quality of manufacture.
Artists the size of Miguel Lamas, Mike Johnston, Chris Coleman or Anika Nilles trust Meinl for their recordings and directs.