General
Cymbal manufacturer Meinl is doing some good work expanding their already impressive assortment of great-sounding cymbals. Especially the Byzance series of cymbals, which is hand-crafted in Turkey, has plenty to offer those dedicated to their craft. Furthermore, Meinl is not afraid to call in the help of other professionals. In the case of the B14FH Brilliant Fast Hi-hats, they asked Thomas Lang to shine a light on its design. The result does not disappoint. A remarkable feature of these hi-hats is the difference in finish between the top and bottom cymbals. The top cymbal has a brilliant finish, while the bottom cymbal is left untreated and unlathed, resulting in a pair of interesting hybrid hi-hats.
Meinl Byzance B14FH: high-speed
What Thomas Lang wanted most of all, was a pair of accurate and responsive hi-hats. To that end, a number of small holes have been drilled along the edge of these cymbals to allow the air to escape quickly when you press down on the pedal, ensuring a very direct pedal chick. The B14FH hi-hats are 14 inches in diameter and offer plenty of body, as well as an array of musical overtones. If you like quick accents and grooves, these Byzance Brilliant Fast Hats might be just what you're looking for. Thanks the durable B20 bronze alloy, which consists of 80% copper and 20% tin, you will be able to enjoy the plethora of dynamic and sonic possibilities that these hi-hats offer for a long time to come.
