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'''Background:''' M-Series cymbals were made in Germany from B20 bronze alloy featuring high-tech computerized manufacturing standards. | '''Background:''' M-Series cymbals were made in Germany from B20 bronze alloy featuring high-tech computerized manufacturing standards. | ||
Revision as of 11:31, 25 September 2025
M-Series
Introduction: NAMM 20101
Discontinued: 20161
Background: M-Series cymbals were made in Germany from B20 bronze alloy featuring high-tech computerized manufacturing standards.
These cymbals have a traditional look and feel, but with a modern sound and distinct clarity. They were developed for
the needs of literally all styles of music and are therefore the perfect all-around professional cymbal series.2
Innovation: high-tech computerized manufacturing.2
Alloy: B20
Quality: Professional
Offered as: M-Series - M-Series Fusion
Applications: Live
Sound: Modern, versatile
Rides
- Heavy Ride - 20"
- Medium Ride - 20" 22"
Crashes
- Heavy Crash - 16" 18"
- Medium Crash - 15" 16" 17" 18"
Hi-Hats
- Heavy Hihat - 14"
- Medium Hihat - 13" 14"
Bells
M-Series Fusion
Introduction: 2013?
Discontinued: 20161
Background: With two very distinct playing surfaces, M-Series Fusion
is all about being fast and versatile. A wide, thinner edge that responds
with sensitivity and speed. A denser bow area for increased sticking
clarity. A lathed and polished bell for bright definition. All of these
characteristics result in a level of tonal brilliance that makes these
cymbals ‘sing.’ 3
Innovation: Dual playing surfaces offering different sounds3
Alloy: B20
Quality: Professional
Offered as: M-Series - M-Series Fusion
Applications: Live
Sound: Modern, versatile
Rides
Crashes
Hi-Hats
Splashes
Sources:
1 Meinl Wiki (retrieved September 24, 2025)
2 2010 Meinl Catalog
3 2014 Meinl Catalog
