Meinl’s Latest Cymbals Unveiled for 2025

As everyone sets their New Year’s resolutions to hit the gym, I’m on a different mission: scouring the internet for the freshest drum gear. And guess what? I’ve discovered that Meinl has dropped some seriously dope cymbals for 2025. I can’t wait to give these beauties a whirl and see how they perform. Let’s dive into what Meinl has lined up for us this year!

21″ Byzance Brilliant Thomas Lang Flex Ride

Designed in collaboration with Thomas Lang, this versatile cymbal can be used both as a ride or heavy crash, featuring a dialed-in mix of wash and definition with an intense bell, adorned with Thomas’ signature design pattern.

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18″ Byzance Vintage Benny Greb Quick Sand Ride

Benny Greb’s signature ride produces a dry, sandy sound ideal for subtle ride patterns, modeled after ’70s and ’80s symphonic cymbals with a pre-aged character and complex tone.

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14″ PURE ALLOY Benny Greb Quick Sand Hat

This hi-hat complements the Quick Sand Ride with crisp, articulate tones, offering a polished definition against a velvety wash, suitable for expressive playing in any style.

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15″ Byzance Traditional Extra Hammered Hihat

Offers a dark, complex sound with extra hammering, combining traditional tone and versatility, ideal for various musical settings.

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22″ Byzance Traditional Extra Hammered Ride

Provides deep, warm tones with extensive hammering, offering an outstanding blend of strong definition and supportive wash, great for fast, energetic styles.

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24″ Byzance Traditional Extra Hammered Ride

Similar to the 22″ version but with added depth and warmth from its larger size, ideal for players seeking a ride with old-school warmth and complex tone.

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16″ Byzance Traditional Extra Thin Hammered Crash

A light, explosive crash cymbal with a dark, trashy sound and wide spread, designed for dynamic playing situations.

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20″ Byzance Traditional Polyphonic Ride

Features clear, musical overtones and multiple zones for versatile playing, responding well to both crashing and wash riding.

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10″ Pure Alloy Extra Hammered Splash

Sharp and cutting, this splash adds a bright accent to any setup, with a punchy and warm tone and a complex, fast decay.

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18″ Pure Alloy Extra Hammered Trash Crash and China

Unique effect cymbals that add a diverse range of sounds, featuring extra-deep hammering for a punchy and warm tone with a complex decay.

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24″ Classics Custom Dark Ride

Rich and deep with a balanced blend of stick definition and wash, producing a full spectrum of overtones, ideal for various musical settings.

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Over to You!

Meinl’s 2025 cymbals feature warm, versatile tones from hammered and lathed surfaces, along with buttery-soft rides and dynamic crashes, catering to every drummer’s needs. Which of these new cymbals would you add to your arsenal? I might have to pick up the 24″ Custom Dark Ride because I can never have enough dark tones to reach for!