Meinl Cymbal Bacon Sizzler Chain
Safe and secure checkout
The Meinl Cymbal Bacon is a simple cymbal sizzler accessory designed to add a classic sizzle effect to ride, crash and effect cymbals.
Instead of drilling holes in your cymbal to fit rivets, the Cymbal Bacon sits on the cymbal stand and lets a stainless steel beaded chain rest on the cymbal surface. As the cymbal moves, the chain adds a sizzling, textured sound to the sustain.
It is a quick and reversible way to experiment with sizzle sounds on different cymbals without permanently modifying them.
What Does It Actually Sound Like?
The Cymbal Bacon adds a loose, sizzling character to your cymbal sound.
On a ride cymbal, it can give a classic jazz-style sizzle effect. On crashes or effects cymbals, it can add extra texture, movement and decay. It works well when you want a bit more character from a cymbal without changing the cymbal itself.
Because it is removable, you can move it between cymbals during setup or use it only when a particular song or style needs that sound.
Why Choose Cymbal Bacon Instead of Rivets?
Traditional sizzle cymbals often use metal rivets fitted through drilled holes in the cymbal.
The Meinl Cymbal Bacon gives you a similar type of effect without drilling into the cymbal. That makes it useful if you want to try sizzle sounds on a cymbal but do not want to permanently alter it.
It is also easy to remove, reposition or swap between cymbals.
Who Is It For?
This is a useful accessory for drummers who want extra texture from their cymbals.
It suits jazz, funk, fusion, pop, ambient playing, studio work, worship, experimental sounds and general sound design. It is also handy for drummers who want one accessory they can move between different cymbals rather than committing to one dedicated sizzle cymbal.
Key Features
Meinl Cymbal Bacon cymbal sizzler
Model: BACON
Adds sizzle to ride, crash and effect cymbals
10.5" stainless steel beaded chain
Works with all cymbal stands
No drilling required
Removable and reusable
Can be placed above or below cymbal felts
Can also be used without felts depending on setup
Lightweight design
Chrome finish
Useful for jazz, funk, fusion, pop and sound design
Specifications
Brand: Meinl
Model: BACON
Product Type: Cymbal Sizzler
Accessory Type: Cymbal Effect Accessory
Material: Stainless Steel
Chain Type: Beaded Chain
Chain Length: 10.5"
Colour / Finish: Chrome
Compatibility: Works with All Cymbal Stands
Suitable Cymbals: Ride, Crash and Effect Cymbals
Installation: Sits on Cymbal Stand
Permanent Modification Required: No
Recommended Use: Cymbal Sizzle Effects, Jazz, Funk, Fusion, Pop, Studio Work, Live Playing and Sound Design
What’s Included
1 x Meinl Cymbal Bacon Sizzler Chain – BACON
Please Note
This listing is for the Cymbal Bacon accessory only.
Cymbal, cymbal stand, felts, wing nut, drum kit and other accessories are not included unless supplied separately as part of a bundle.
Not Sure If This Is the Right Cymbal Accessory?
The Meinl Cymbal Bacon is a good choice if you want to add sizzle to a cymbal without drilling holes or fitting permanent rivets.
If you want a stronger, louder and longer-lasting sizzle effect, compare with the Meinl Heavy Cymbal Bacon. If you only want subtle movement and a lighter sizzle, this standard Cymbal Bacon is the better place to start.