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Best Istanbul Mehmet 18" Crash Cymbals 2025

Premium Istanbul Mehmet 18" crash cymbals - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Heavy Rock For Metal For Progressive For Stadium Rock For Powerful Playing For Large Venues
BRANDS: Meinl Paiste Zildjian Sabian Zultan Istanbul Mehmet Istanbul Agop Masterwork Millenium
Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Metal Power Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Metal Power Crash

by Istanbul Mehmet
Heavy Rock Stadium Rock Powerful Playing
Key Feature:
• Perfect for large venue performance
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, full-bodied crash sound
  • • Maximum projection and volume
✗ CONS
  • • May ring too long for fast passages
  • • Expensive investment

Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Metal Power Crash, Power Crash Cymbal, Size: 18", XMM-CP18, Loud and energetic crash...

⭐ 4.6/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 326684
$372
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Black Bell Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Black Bell Crash

by Istanbul Mehmet
Metal Progressive Heavy Rock
Key Feature:
• Rich, full-bodied crash sound
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain and wash
  • • Perfect for large venue performance
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive investment
  • • Can be overwhelming in small spaces

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Black Bell Crash, Crash, Size: 18", Traditional finish, Material: B20 Bronze alloy,...

⭐ 4.8/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 416444
$314
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Dark Crash Traditional - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Dark Crash Traditional

by Istanbul Mehmet
Heavy Rock Stadium Rock Powerful Playing
Key Feature:
• Rich, full-bodied crash sound
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, full-bodied crash sound
  • • Perfect for large venue performance
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive investment
  • • Requires powerful amplification to balance

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Dark Crash TraditionalDark Crash CymbalSize: 18"Traditional seriesRegular...

⭐ 4.8/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 311561
$314
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Black Sea 1623 Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Black Sea 1623 Crash

by Istanbul Mehmet
Progressive Heavy Rock Powerful Playing
Key Feature:
• Maximum projection and volume
✓ PROS
  • • Maximum projection and volume
  • • Rich, full-bodied crash sound
✗ CONS
  • • May ring too long for fast passages
  • • Expensive investment

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Black Sea 1623 CrashCrash CymbalsBlack Sea 1623 SeriesSize: 18"BS-C18Hand-hammeredB20...

⭐ 4.9/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 468521
$329
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Nostalgia Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Nostalgia Crash

by Istanbul Mehmet
Heavy Rock Progressive Powerful Playing
Key Feature:
• Impressive visual and sonic impact
✓ PROS
  • • Impressive visual and sonic impact
  • • Maximum projection and volume
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overwhelming in small spaces
  • • Physically demanding to play effectively

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Nostalgia Crash, Crash Cymbal, Size: 18", Deep and dark sound character, Full-bodied and...

⭐ 5.0/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 311476
$347
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Medium Crash Traditional - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Medium Crash Traditional

by Istanbul Mehmet
Heavy Rock Powerful Playing Progressive
Key Feature:
• Perfect for large venue performance
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for large venue performance
  • • Maximum projection and volume
✗ CONS
  • • Physically demanding to play effectively
  • • May ring too long for fast passages

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Medium Crash Traditional18" Medium Crash CymbalTraditional seriesQuick-reaction crashDeep...

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 311584
$314
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Ray Series Random Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Ray Series Random Crash

by Istanbul Mehmet
Heavy Rock Progressive Large Venues
Key Feature:
• Excellent sustain and wash
✓ PROS
  • • Impressive visual and sonic impact
  • • Rich, full-bodied crash sound
✗ CONS
  • • May ring too long for fast passages
  • • Requires powerful amplification to balance

Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Ray Series Random CrashCrash CymbalSize: 18"X-Ray seriesB20 bronzeTraditional...

⭐ 4.8/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 395553
$314
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Med.Thin Crash Origin Dark - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Med.Thin Crash Origin Dark

by Istanbul Mehmet
Large Venues Stadium Rock Metal
Key Feature:
• Maximum projection and volume
✓ PROS
  • • Maximum projection and volume
  • • Excellent sustain and wash
✗ CONS
  • • May ring too long for fast passages
  • • Can be overwhelming in small spaces

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Med.Thin Crash Origin Dark18" Medium Thin CrashOD DCMT18The Origin cymbals feature a...

⭐ 4.8/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 312038
$314
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Tony Williams Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Tony Williams Crash

by Istanbul Mehmet
Heavy Rock Large Venues Powerful Playing
Key Feature:
• Perfect for large venue performance
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, full-bodied crash sound
  • • Impressive visual and sonic impact
✗ CONS
  • • Requires powerful amplification to balance
  • • Expensive investment

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Tony Williams CrashCrash CymbalSize: 18"Tony Williams tribute modelB20 bronzeHand...

⭐ 4.8/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 410417
$537
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Crash Turk Series - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Crash Turk Series

by Istanbul Mehmet
Progressive Heavy Rock Metal
Key Feature:
• Impressive visual and sonic impact
✓ PROS
  • • Impressive visual and sonic impact
  • • Rich, full-bodied crash sound
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overwhelming in small spaces
  • • Requires powerful amplification to balance

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Crash Turk Series18" Crash CymbalTurk Seriestight soundThe Turk cymbals are distinguished...

⭐ 4.8/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 311640
$307
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" John Robinson Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Istanbul Mehmet 18" John Robinson Crash

by Istanbul Mehmet
Powerful Playing Stadium Rock Heavy Rock
Key Feature:
• Perfect for large venue performance
✓ PROS
  • • Maximum projection and volume
  • • Rich, full-bodied crash sound
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive investment
  • • Can be overwhelming in small spaces

Istanbul Mehmet 18" John Robinson CrashCrash CymbalJohn Robinson Signature seriesSize: 18"Material: B20...

⭐ 4.5/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 610524
$347
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Legend Dry Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Legend Dry Crash

by Istanbul Mehmet
Progressive Stadium Rock Metal
Key Feature:
• Impressive visual and sonic impact
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, full-bodied crash sound
  • • Impressive visual and sonic impact
✗ CONS
  • • May ring too long for fast passages
  • • Physically demanding to play effectively

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Legend Dry CrashCrash cymbalSize: 18"Legend Dry series2B20 BronzeHand-hammeredModerndry...

⭐ 4.8/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 463266
$329
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Thin Crash Traditional - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Thin Crash Traditional

by Istanbul Mehmet
Metal Large Venues Progressive
Key Feature:
• Impressive visual and sonic impact
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain and wash
  • • Maximum projection and volume
✗ CONS
  • • Requires powerful amplification to balance
  • • Physically demanding to play effectively

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Thin Crash Traditional18" Thin Crash CymbalTraditional seriesRegular modelQuick-reaction...

⭐ 4.9/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 311619
$314
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Ray 6 Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Ray 6 Crash

by Istanbul Mehmet
Stadium Rock Metal Progressive
Key Feature:
• Excellent sustain and wash
✓ PROS
  • • Maximum projection and volume
  • • Excellent sustain and wash
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overwhelming in small spaces
  • • Expensive investment

Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Ray 6 CrashCrash CymbalSize: 18"X-Ray 6 SeriesB20 bronzeBrilliant finishWith 6...

⭐ 4.9/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 411610
$314
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Paper Thin Crash Tradit. - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.

by Istanbul Mehmet
Powerful Playing Metal Stadium Rock
Key Feature:
• Rich, full-bodied crash sound
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain and wash
  • • Impressive visual and sonic impact
✗ CONS
  • • Requires powerful amplification to balance
  • • Can be overwhelming in small spaces

Istanbul Mehmet 18" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.18" Paper Thin Crash CymbalTraditional seriesRegular...

⭐ 4.8/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 311606
$314
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How to Choose the Best 18" Crash Cymbals

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 18" crash cymbals typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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