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The Meinl Byzance Vintage Trash China 22" is a large-format effects china built for drummers who want a dark, trashy, fast-responding accent cymbal with genuine tonal depth. At 22" in Thin weight, it's one of the most distinctive and musically sophisticated trash chinas available — a cymbal that adds explosive, earthy character without overwhelming the mix.

Crafted from B20 bronze with deep hand hammering and a sandblasted finish, the Vintage Trash China delivers a dark, dry, naturally aged tone. The sandblasted surface softens harsh attack and adds an earthy, organic quality, while precision cut-outs reduce sustain further and open the cymbal for fast, explosive accents. Raw centre hammering, narrow blade lathed edges, and a fully lathed underside deliver controlled wash with a smooth stick feel — a combination that makes this cymbal as versatile as it is distinctive.

Meinl Byzance Vintage Trash China 22" — Specifications

• Series: Byzance Vintage
• Diameter: 22"
• Type: Trash China
• Alloy: B20 Bronze
• Weight: Thin
• Made in: Türkiye
• Shaping: Hand Hammered
• Lathe: None / Narrow Blade
• Finish: Sandblasted
• Character: Vintage, Dry
• Sustain: Medium to Short
• Volume: Low
• Timbre: Mid-Dark
• Pitch: Low-Mid
• Music Styles: Rock, Gospel, Funk, Fusion, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Studio
• Cleaning: Not recommended — the sandblasted finish should be left untreated
• SKU: B22VTRCH

Browse the full Meinl Byzance Vintage Cymbals range or explore all Meinl Cymbals at Into Music Store. Not sure if this is the right cymbal for you? Call us on 01507 526517 for expert advice, or order online with UK next day delivery available on in-stock items.