General
Meinl's Extreme Metal cymbals are very popular amongst drummers who prefer heavier types of music. Meinl realises that their cymbals will need to be able to endure quite a lot, so they added the Extreme Metal cymbals to the Classics Custom series - amongst which, this CC20EMR-B. It is a 20-inch ride cymbal with an enormous, 8-inch bell. That is the size of a splash cymbal!
Meinl Classics Custom CC20EMR-B
This cymbal was manufactured using laser-guided machinery to prepare it for a life of heavy playing, and repeated polishing gave it a brilliant, shiny finish. Its surface was also hammered quite extensively to give its sound a trashy edge. Overall, the tonal results are excellent. The impressive bell has a loud, cutting sound, and the cymbal's ping is glassy and high-pitched, ensuring this ride is excellent for some quick sticking. Don't be afraid to really lay into this CC20EMR-B ride - it can handle it.