Meinl B14SH 14" Byzance Dark Spectrum Hi-Hat Cymbals (Pair)

The Byzance Dark Spectrum series from Meinl applies an unconventional approach to hi-hat design, pairing a medium-thin top with a heavier bottom cymbal to generate a focused stick response and crisp foot chick. Hand-hammered from B20 bronze, the 14" B14SH delivers a compressed dynamic range and dry articulation that cuts through dense mixes without excessive wash. The dark, raw finish suppresses overtones while preserving attack clarity, making this pairing particularly effective in styles demanding controlled decay and minimal sustain bleed. Each cymbal undergoes individual lathing and hammering, resulting in slight tonal variations between pairs. The unlathed bell section on both top and bottom cymbals contributes additional stick definition when played semi-open. Weighing in at a medium-thin gauge on top and medium-heavy on the bottom, the pairing generates a tight, dry tone with minimal spread. The Byzance series utilises traditional Turkish cymbal-making techniques combined with modern quality control, ensuring consistent sonic character across production runs while retaining the hand-worked tonal complexity that distinguishes cast bronze instruments from their sheet-metal counterparts. Features  14" diameter hi-hat pair with medium-thin top, medium-heavy bottom cymbals Hand-hammered B20 bronze construction for complex harmonic overtones and projection Dark, unpolished finish reduces sustain and enhances dry tonal character Unlathed bell section on both cymbals for enhanced stick definition Asymmetric weight pairing delivers tight foot chick and controlled wash Individual lathing process creates unique tonal variations in each pair Traditional Turkish cymbal-making techniques with modern quality control standards Compressed dynamic range with focused attack and minimal sustain bleed