# What Cymbals Does Hannes Grossmann Use? Full Setup

**Band:** Obscura / ex-Necrophagist / Alkaloid | **Brand(s):** Meinl

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## Direct Answer

Hannes Grossmann plays Meinl cymbals: 14" Byzance Traditional Hi-Hats, 18" Byzance Brilliant Crash, 19" Byzance Brilliant Crash, 21" Byzance Traditional Ride.

## Cymbal Breakdown

| Piece | Size | Series | Model |
|-------|------|--------|-------|
| Hi-hat | 14" | Byzance Traditional | Hi-Hats |
| Crash | 18" | Byzance Brilliant | Crash |
| Crash | 19" | Byzance Brilliant | Crash |
| Ride | 21" | Byzance Traditional | Ride |

Verified roster hardware entry: "Meinl Byzance Series (14" Byzance Traditional Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Byzance Brilliant Crashes, 21" Byzance Traditional Ride)." Source: roster gear.cymbals (verified: true; sources on the drummer record).

## Setup Context

- **Hi-hat:** Two cymbals on a stand, played by foot and/or stick — the main timekeeper for tight, fast 16th-note patterns and blast beats.
- **Crash:** A short, explosive accent on strong beats and fills; metal kits often stack several sizes (e.g. 16"/17"/18") for different accent pitches.
- **Ride:** The largest, heaviest cymbal in most setups — carries sustained 16th-note "blast-beat" ride patterns and cuts through a dense mix, with the bell used for sharper accents.

## FAQ

**Q: What cymbals does Hannes Grossmann use?**
A: Hannes Grossmann plays Meinl cymbals: 14" Byzance Traditional Hi-Hats, 18" Byzance Brilliant Crash, 19" Byzance Brilliant Crash, 21" Byzance Traditional Ride.

## More Resources

- [Full cymbal setup page](https://metalforge.io/cymbals/setups/hannes-grossmann)
- [Hannes Grossmann's Drummer Profile](https://metalforge.io/drummer/hannes-grossmann)
- [Cymbals Guide](https://metalforge.io/llms/cymbals.md)
- [All LLM Resources](https://metalforge.io/llms/index.md)

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*Last updated: 2026-07-13 · Source: [MetalForge.io](https://metalforge.io)*