{"product_id":"meinl-crash-pure-alloy-20-extra-hammered-388379","title":"Crash Pure Alloy 20\" Extra Hammered","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning in the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor over thirty years, Meinl has established itself as a reference in modern percussion by focusing on demanding craftsmanship, driven by innovation and quality. The \u003cstrong\u003ePure Alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e series embodies this philosophy with cymbals designed to offer effortless touch and a timeless voice. Within the Meinl range, this \u003cstrong\u003e20-inch Extra Hammered Crash\u003c\/strong\u003e positions itself as an expressive and versatile option, focused on harmonic balance and refined definition, while maintaining a strong identity marked by hammering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Drum\/Instrument Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis crash cymbal is aimed at \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to advanced drummers\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking a cymbal capable of covering a wide musical spectrum without changing their setup for each project. Thanks to its versatility, it suits pop, rock, funk, indie, soul, worship contexts as well as more dynamic environments where a responsive, clear, and rich crash is needed. It works particularly well for those who like to nuance their playing, from light and controlled crashes to more pronounced accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe uniqueness of this \u003cstrong\u003ePure Alloy Extra Hammered\u003c\/strong\u003e lies in its extended hammering zones, designed to provide a more expressive response and natural complexity upon impact. Meinl also highlights the presence of \u003cstrong\u003etwo sides\u003c\/strong\u003e with distinct behaviors: a polished side offering a wide tonal spectrum and a more \"dynamic\" side allowing for multiple colors depending on attack, striking angle, and intensity. The result: a crash that adapts whether you seek a quick opening, controlled sustain, or balanced projection in the mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from \u003cstrong\u003ePure Alloy Bronze\u003c\/strong\u003e, this 20-inch crash aims for a \"clean\" and balanced sonic signature with excellent clarity. The generous hammering helps enrich the harmonics and add depth to the sound while maintaining overall coherence: the attack remains crisp, the spread is musical, and the cymbal retains a natural presence without becoming overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003e20-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e size provides a broad opening, useful for choruses, transitions, and wide accents, while retaining enough definition to remain usable at moderate volume. The dual-sided design allows you to refine your palette: depending on the side used and your playing style, you can switch from a more \"open\" and bright crash to a more textured and dynamic response, ideal for sculpting nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e@media(max-width:632px){table[data-wb-spec]{display:grid;grid-template-columns:minmax(0,1fr) minmax(0,1fr)}table[data-wb-spec] colgroup{display:none}table[data-wb-spec] tbody,table[data-wb-spec] tr{display:contents}table[data-wb-spec] td{display:block;overflow-wrap:anywhere;grid-row:var(--wb-l);background-color:var(--wb-lb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[data-r]{grid-row:var(--wb-r);background-color:var(--wb-rb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[colspan=\"2\"]{grid-column:1\/-1}table[data-wb-spec] td:empty{display:none}}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable data-wb-spec style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:1;--wb-r:4;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003ecrash cymbal\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003etraditional hammered\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:2;--wb-r:5;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e20 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlloy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003ePure Alloy Bronze\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:3;--wb-r:6;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eMeinl Pure Alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Meinl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54359753130259,"sku":"388379","price":366.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/8c535ac78cdac2f132aeb85eccc05ce719a0b750_PA20EHC.jpg?v=1789386395","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/meinl-crash-pure-alloy-20-extra-hammered-388379","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}