Meinl

Meinl is a German musical-instrument brand founded in 1951, known for its cymbals and percussion instruments. Its range includes drum-kit cymbals, shakers, maracas, tambourines, bongos and congas, alongside stands, cases, bags and spare parts. It also offers singing bowls and other instruments associated with sound meditation.

The brand spans entry-level to professional equipment. Its HCS cymbals serve the beginner market, while Classics Custom and Byzance provide options for more experienced players. Byzance is particularly associated with hand-hammered cymbals and a broad choice of finishes and tonal characteristics, including the Extra Dry range. Meinl's percussion catalogue includes artist-series instruments such as Luis Conte bongos and Roberto Serrano congas; drummer Anika Nilles is also documented using the brand.

On MyGear, Meinl has 2,919 products currently in stock at partner retailers, with prices ranging from £2 to £5,099. This breadth covers inexpensive handheld percussion and accessories through to higher-priced instruments, making the catalogue relevant to casual players, working percussionists and professional drummers.