General
Meinl's Byzance cymbals are all unique. They are hand-crafted and shaped with the greatest of care, and made of B20 bronze, which is known to provide a very distinct and consistent sound. The B20JMR is a 20-inch jazz ride that is meant to evoke the well-loved vintage jazz sound that has been a mainstay on many jazz albums and stages for decades. Better yet, thanks to its rich sound, various professional jazz drummers already use this ride.
Meinl Byzance B20JMR: perfect jazz blend
The Byzance series has various different jazz rides, and this Medium Ride is one of the more heavy cymbals, which is quite apparent when you listen to it. It has a warm, buttery sound and excellent stick response, allowing you to have both a well-defined attack for accents and a rich and subtle sound for rhythms. Of course, all drummers have their own tastes, but this ride should do very well in most jazz combos. Even most pop or fusion-oriented ensembles should not overlook the B20JMR Medium Ride, as it might surprise them.
