When the Guitars Get Loud, These Keep Up
If you've ever lost your cymbals in the wash of distorted guitars and crashing double-kick, you already know why Meinl built the Classics Custom Extreme Metal series. These aren't casual gigging cymbals — they're designed from the ground up to cut through aggressive music and hold their own night after night.
The CC-EM480 set pairs a 14" hi-hat, an 18" crash, and a 20" ride — a practical, well-matched configuration that covers the core needs of most metal and hard rock drummers. All three cymbals share the same tonal DNA: bright, high-pitched, and explosive, with a brilliant finish that looks as sharp as it sounds.
Whether you're laying into blast beats or locking in a powerful groove, this set is built for the player who needs volume and presence without sacrificing clarity.
B12 Bronze Built for Projection
The Classics Custom Extreme Metal cymbals are made from B12 bronze alloy — a formula Meinl uses to balance warmth with cutting power. The cymbals are weighted and shaped specifically for extra-loud output with a controlled sustain, so your notes speak clearly rather than turning into an indistinct wash.
Precision computerized hammering dials in the musical frequencies across every model, and the fully lathed brilliant finish delivers a clean, bright attack. You get that punchy "cut through anything" quality that metal drummers need, without the cymbals going completely unruly at higher volumes.
A Three-Piece Setup That Works Together
The 14" hi-hats deliver a sharp, piercing chick and a strong, energetic open sound — exactly what you want when you need to be heard over heavily amplified bandmates. The 18" crash responds with immediate attack and a cutting, metallic character. And the 20" ride gives you a large, penetrating bell with a high-pitched, glassy ping that projects clearly even in the loudest live mix.
Because all three come from the same series, they share a cohesive character. You won't have to hunt for cymbals that "go together" — Meinl has already done that work for you with this matched set.
Made in Germany
Every Classics Custom Extreme Metal cymbal is produced at the Meinl factory in Gutenstetten, Germany. High-tech manufacturing paired with Pressure Point Technology and computerized hammering ensures consistent tone and feel across the lineup — so the crash you get behaves like the one in the demo video, not a different piece that just happens to share a name.
Players who need cymbals that are dependable, durable, and purpose-built for high-energy settings will find the CC-EM480 a solid starting point for a metal-ready kit.
Product Features:
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Cymbal Set: 14" Extreme Metal Hi-Hat (top and bottom), 18" Extreme Metal Crash, 20" Extreme Metal Ride
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Material: B12 bronze alloy for bright, projecting tone with controlled sustain
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Finish: Brilliant finish for a clean, bright attack and modern look
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Shaping: Pressure Point Technology and computerized hammering for consistent musical frequencies
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Lathe: Fully lathed surfaces across all cymbals in the set
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Weight: Extra heavy — voiced for high-volume, aggressive playing styles
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Style: Metal, rock — suited for high-energy settings and loud stage environments
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Origin: Made in Germany at the Meinl Cymbal factory in Gutenstetten
Brand: Meinl
Model: Classics Custom Extreme Metal Cymbal Set
SKU: CC-EM480
Condition: New
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