Dark in a low frequency range and esoteric characteristics caused by the untreated finish, the BYZANCE DARK CRASH is earthy, with a strong attack and a short sustain. MEINL BYZANCE CYMBALS are completely hand hammered into shape and satisfy the highest demands. Every Byzance cymbal is a piece of art and has its own unique sound characteristics which can never be duplicated. DARK cymbals are not lathed and have their original appearance and sound characteristic. They are distinguished by an earthy sound with a fairly short sustain.