What alternatives should I compare with the Meinl Byzance 18" Extra Dry China?

The Meinl Byzance 18" Extra Dry China has a supplied best new price of £400. Before choosing an alternative, decide whether you specifically need a china or simply another accent cymbal for your kit.

The UFIP Effects Swish China 20" is the closest comparison here by cymbal type, with a supplied best new price of £362. It’s larger and cheaper, but that alone doesn’t tell you whether its sound will suit your playing better—compare recordings or try both with your own sticks.

The Meinl Byzance 19" Extra Dry Thin Crash, at £455, is worth comparing if you’re open to a crash rather than a china. For second-hand crash options, the used crash & ride cymbals list is also relevant. Listen for the attack, decay and balance with your existing cymbals rather than buying on the name alone.