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Meinl Cymbals CC20DAR Classics Custom 20" Dark Ride Cymbal

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Meinl Classic Custom Dark

20" Classics Custom Dark Rideplay button

20" Classics Custom Dark Ride

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The MEINL Classics Custom Dark ride cymbal offers a versatile sound with rich overtones that cut through any mix. This innovative cymbal produces a full spectrum of tones from shimmering accents to crashing crescendos.

Rich, Complex Tones

The Classics Custom Dark ride cymbal delivers a balance of definition and warmth with a touch of darkness. Its hand-hammered bronze construction provides a blend of high, mid and low frequencies for a sound that is both cutting and rich. When played lightly, it responds with a shimmering wash that elevates your drumming. As you increase your dynamics, it opens to reveal a sea of overtones with a hint of trashiness. This complex, musical cymbal inspires your creativity.

Versatile for Any Genre

While the ride has a warm, full-bodied tone, it also has enough articulation to work in any musical setting. Its wide range of sounds allows you to use it as a crash, ride or for accents and crescendos. This highly responsive yet controllable cymbal gives you the freedom to adapt your playing to any style from rock to jazz to electronic music. With a single stroke, you can go from a shimmering wash to a full roar.

Premium, Innovative Design

As part of the innovative Classics Custom series, this ride cymbal features a specialized lathing pattern and hand hammering that enhances its tonal qualities. Its premium B20 bronze material provides an ideal balance of warmth, sustain and projection. From the first hit, you'll appreciate its quality construction and cutting-edge sound. Experience the latest in cymbal technology with the versatile, premium classics custom dark ride.

MEINL Classics Custom Dark Ride Cymbal 20 in.
MEINL Classics Custom Dark Ride Cymbal 20 in.
MEINL Classics Custom Dark Ride Cymbal 20 in.

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  • Hand-hammered for rich, complex tones
  • B20 bronze alloy for warm, dark sound
  • Traditional medium-thin weight for balanced response
  • Specially treated for dark, washy decay

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Sizes and Purpose
  • Quantity: 1
  • Type: Ride
  • Sizes: Multiple
Construction
  • Material: Bronze
  • Hammering: Hand
  • Lathing: Full
  • Bell: Standard
Other
  • Finish: Dark
  • Country of origin: Germany

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One year replacement, parts, and labor warranty on all percussion products.

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4.57

7 Reviews

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Best Uses
  1. Accompaniment3
  2. Jazz Clubs2
  3. School Bands2
  4. Small Venues2
  5. Soundtracks2
Cons
  1. Flat Sound1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced5
Pros
  1. Explosive Attack3
  2. Responsive Feel3
  3. Bright Sound1
  4. Focused Crash1
  5. It's a cymbal1

Reviewed by 7 customers

  • Tin can

    2

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    byZach M

    fromBrooklyn

    Not "custom" quality. Put it on my cymbal stand, thought I was crazy because it sounded so much worse than at the store. Asked my bassist, "you can't use that it sounds like garbage." Don't expect much. I returned it.

  • Replacing my entire cymbal set

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byZ3phblack

    fromOakhurst, new Jersey

    I bought this ride to replace my HCS ride, and I was not disappointed. I fell in love with this cymbal, and I'm switching out my cymbals to get the entire set.

  • Yes

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byPete

    fromundisclosed

    Great overall ride. Have used for all styles of music

  • Incredible, superb ride

    5

    submitted8 years ago

    byLuca

    fromLos Angeles

    I have been looking for a great ride for a while, to the point I got rid on my Sabian 21" AAX Raw Bell and played with no ride for a bit. I was stuck on Sabian since all my cymbals are Sabian, but I was not happy with any of their rides..I was willing to spend up to $400 but nothing pleased me. So I saw this beauty sitting among others and decided to give it a try. Fell in love immediatly. It's the perfect balance between dark/bright and washy/focused! This is something I was struggling to find, all rides I tried were either too washy or too focused. This Meinl 20" ride delivers so many different beautiful tones and the bell sings loud and clear. This ride is perfect for prog metal in my case, since it cuts through very well but at the same time blend with the lower tones of our music. Oh and then look at that price! Unbelievable, Very recommended

  • Big fan

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    byNoah

    fromundisclosed

    Love it

  • Great cymbal

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byAZdrumr

    fromPhoenix

    This is a great cymbal that is explosive and consistent. I've had this cymbal for approx. 2 years and have done recording and live and this cymbal cuts through to get a solid tone. I've switched this ride to my main 20 crash ( stack) and gets a very unique sound and contrast with my other Meinl's. If you like the dark sounds and bright, responsive cymbals, this dark ride is the answer!

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