{"product_id":"meinl-charleston-byzance-15-foundry-res-378977","title":"15\" BYZANCE FOUNDRY RESERVE HIHAT","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning Within the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe name \"Foundry Reserve\" evokes a \u003cstrong\u003ecraftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esound selection\u003c\/strong\u003e oriented approach: a hi-hat designed for drummers seeking an expressive cymbal with character, capable of covering a wide dynamic spectrum. Within a range, this type of model is generally positioned as a \u003cstrong\u003epremium\u003c\/strong\u003e offering, focused on musicality, complexity, and response rather than a strictly standardized sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Drum\/Hi-Hat Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Foundry Reserve 15-inch hi-hat is aimed at \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to advanced\u003c\/strong\u003e drummers who want fine control over articulation while enjoying a wide sonic palette. The 15-inch diameter is particularly suited for styles where the hi-hat must \"carry\" the track: \u003cstrong\u003efunk\u003c\/strong\u003e, modern \u003cstrong\u003erock\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epop\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eR\u0026amp;B\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eneo-soul\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it also remains very relevant in \u003cstrong\u003ejazz\u003c\/strong\u003e and acoustic contexts thanks to its nuanced response. In the studio, it stands out for its ability to offer both clear definition and a harmonic halo that fills the space without masking the snare drum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe core of this model lies in the combination of \u003cstrong\u003eB20\u003c\/strong\u003e alloy plus \u003cstrong\u003ehand hammering\u003c\/strong\u003e plus \u003cstrong\u003etraditional finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. The B20 provides an extended frequency palette, while the hammering multiplies micro-variations of tension in the metal: the result is a cymbal that reacts immediately to attack changes, from very precise tip playing to wider, meatier openings. Compared to a smaller hi-hat, the 15-inch format offers a more \"settled\" feel: more low-mids, a wider opening, and a more enveloping presence, while maintaining articulation usable for fast patterns if the technique is clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eB20\u003c\/strong\u003e alloy is renowned for its balance between \u003cstrong\u003ewarmth\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ecomplexity\u003c\/strong\u003e. On a hi-hat, this translates into a rich harmonic blend: the closed sound maintains a readable structure, and the opening releases a musical \"wash,\" with substance, without becoming harsh. B20 also favors a natural dynamic gradient: when played softer, the cymbal remains expressive and detailed, and when pushed, it broadens while keeping timbral coherence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand hammering\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances the hi-hat's personality: the attack feels more textured, with a more \"acoustic\" grain, and a rebound sensation that helps sculpt ghost notes on the right hand. The \u003cstrong\u003etraditional finish\u003c\/strong\u003e (lathed and balanced surface) contributes to maintaining clear definition, useful for closed hi-hat grooves, half-open nuances, and edge accents. Finally, the \u003cstrong\u003e15-inch diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a fuller foot \"chick,\" a lower pitch than a 14-inch, and an overall wider sound, particularly pleasant when the hi-hat needs to replace part of the overheads' role in minimalist setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ehi-hat\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e15 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlloy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eB20\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHammering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ehand hammered\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003etraditional\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Meinl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54358428287251,"sku":"378977","price":699.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/ed25c824ebf89689212b2669183643b193a49126_B15FRH.jpg?v=1787340939","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/meinl-15-byzance-foundry-reserve-hihat-378977","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}