Meinl HBAC - SIZZLER CYMBAL HEAVY
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
For over three decades, Meinl has established itself as a benchmark in modern percussion, known for consistent manufacturing and the ability to offer smart accessories for demanding drummers. The Heavy Cymbal Bacon fits this philosophy: a simple, effective tool aimed at stage and studio use, designed to instantly enrich the character of a cymbal without altering it.
Who This Sizzler Is For
This Meinl sizzler is suitable for beginner drummers who want to explore "vintage" textures without investing in a dedicated cymbal, as well as intermediate and professional players seeking a quick-to-install effect. It naturally finds its place in jazz (soft and "breathy" color), soul/funk (grain and presence), pop, and film music, but can also be used in rock to thicken a ride or add a dirtier dimension to a crash.
Features and Innovations
The Heavy Cymbal Bacon is a modern alternative to riveted cymbals: instead of drilling the alloy, its beaded chain lightly touches and bounces on the surface to generate a rich sizzle, more or less present depending on the angle, tension, and placement. The thin washer is designed to easily fit on a standard cymbal stand: you can place it above or below the felts, or even use it without felts depending on the desired response. The idea is to switch from a "clean" sound to a textured one in seconds, whether in rehearsal or on stage.
Sound Characteristics
With this sizzler, the cymbal retains its identity (attack, pitch, projection) but gains a sustain halo and a metallic grain reminiscent of traditional rivets. On a ride, the effect enhances the sonic bed and provides a wider sensation, ideal for supporting a trio or thickening a groove. On a crash, the sizzle extends the note's decay and adds a dirtier texture, useful for more expressive accents.
The intensity of the "sizzle" strongly depends on your cymbal (brilliant or hammered finish, profile, thickness) and the adjustment: the freer the chain moves, the more pronounced the sizzle. Conversely, a more controlled placement yields a subtler effect, perfect for background color in the studio.
Technical specifications
| Color | Grey |
| Alternative to rivets | no cymbal drilling required |
Questions frequently asked
Does the Meinl Hbac Heavy Cymbal Bacon require drilling into the cymbal?
The beaded chain serves as an alternative to rivets and does not require any drilling into the cymbal. The sizzler effect is achieved through the chain's contact with the cymbal surface.
How to install a sizzler chain on a cymbal stand?
The thin washer is placed on a standard cymbal stand. It can be positioned above or below the felts, or used without felts depending on the desired response.
What sound does a chain add on a ride cymbal?
On a ride, the chain adds a halo of sustain and a metallic grain reminiscent of riveted cymbals. The sound carpet becomes broader, while the cymbal's attack and projection are preserved. The intensity notably depends on the chain's freedom of movement.
Can this sizzler be used on a crash cymbal?
A crash can be fitted with this sizzler to prolong the note tail and add a dirtier texture to the accents.
In which styles is the Meinl Heavy Cymbal Bacon chain best used?
This model is suitable particularly for jazz, soul, funk, pop, and soundtrack music. In rock, it can thicken a ride cymbal or add more grain to a crash.
