The MEINL Byzance Vintage quick sand ride cymbal offers an authentically aged and refined voice inspired by the great ride cymbals of the '70s and '80s. You'll be transported back to a bygone era of drum recording with its warm, dry and controlled articulation. Crafted from B20 bronze and treated with a special vintage lathing process, this 22" cymbal responds with focused definition—slicing cleanly through dense arrangements while retaining a dark, nuanced character. From delicate ghost notes to crashing accents, the Quick Sand ride cymbal allows for a wide range of expressive playing perfectly suited to intricate jazz, funk and studio work. As you put it through its paces, the cymbal's complex overtones will continue to develop unique character, much like the revered vintage rides it emulates. Invest in a cymbal built to improve with age, becoming a seasoned workhorse at the heart of your setup.