{"product_id":"meinl-ride-byzance-21-transition-mike-johnston-214082","title":"21\" BYZANCE TRANSITION RIDE","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning in the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eB20 alloy rides with a raw finish fit into a modern aesthetic sought by drummers who want more control, less brightness, and a more organic texture. The absence of lathe (unlathed surface) is often chosen to achieve a drier and shorter sound, particularly appreciated in studio settings and contemporary music where stick definition is prioritized. This ride positions itself as a versatile yet characterful choice, designed for setups where nuance, precision, and color take precedence over power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTarget Audience for This Drum\/Instrument\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis ride cymbal is aimed at the \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to advanced\u003c\/strong\u003e drummer looking for a ride usable across multiple genres without becoming too bright or overpowering. The indicated styles (jazz, funk, RNB, studio, electro) perfectly match its profile: it supports precise grooves, complements hi-hat and snare patterns, and naturally blends into dense arrangements (keyboards, round basses, synths). Thanks to its low volume and short sustain, it also suits situations requiring restraint: small venues, rehearsals at controlled volume, close miking, or hybrid acoustic-electro sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts identity comes from a simple and effective balance: \u003cstrong\u003emedium thin weight\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB20 alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eraw finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eno lathe\u003c\/strong\u003e. Practically, this translates into a clear attack, an immediate sense of control, and a drier response under the stick. Whereas a lathed, thicker ride would develop more brightness and wash, this model aims for clarity: the sound \"cuts\" quickly then recedes, leaving room for other instruments. In practice, it records easily and responds well to dynamics: the lighter you play, the more discreet and defined it remains; if you increase intensity, it stays coherent without spreading excessively.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eB20\u003c\/strong\u003e alloy is renowned for its harmonic richness and complexity, with a naturally deeper spectrum than some simpler alloys. Here, this complexity is deliberately channeled: the \u003cstrong\u003edark timbre\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003elow pitch\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eraw finish\u003c\/strong\u003e steer the sound toward a dark, textured, and intimate color. The result is a ride that highlights stick definition, with a \"dry\" feel perfectly suited to tight grooves and articulated playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eshort sustain\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elow volume\u003c\/strong\u003e contribute to excellent resonance control: you get precise presence without long trailing, which helps keep the mix clean both live and in the studio. The so-called \"esoteric\" character is felt in the harmonic subtlety: rather than shining, the cymbal provides a subtle aura, a muffled depth, ideal for coloring a track without overloading it. For electro and studio drummers, this signature also facilitates microphone work and processing (compression, light saturation, EQ): the ride accepts shaping very well because its sonic base is already controlled.\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\"\u003eversatile ride cymbal\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eJazz, Funk, RNB, Studio, Electro\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\u003eMaterial\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\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eMedium thin\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLathe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eNone\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\u003eTimbre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eDark\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eesoteric, dry\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePitch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eShort\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\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eRaw\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":54360073601299,"sku":"214082","price":599.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/e79ce93d70f2736fa8cafbc2449bb0be7c08f2dd_MEINL_BYZANCE_B21TSR_854d5d7f-2ff0-45a1-842e-41dad8774636.jpg?v=1787378420","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/meinl-21-byzance-transition-ride-214082","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}