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Best Istanbul Mehmet 20" Crash Cymbals 2025

Premium Istanbul Mehmet 20" crash cymbals - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Orchestral For Cinematic For Progressive Rock For Special Effects For Recording For Art Music
BRANDS: Paiste Meinl Zildjian Zultan Istanbul Agop Istanbul Mehmet Sabian
Istanbul Mehmet 20" Thin Crash Traditional - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Thin Crash Traditional

by Istanbul Mehmet
Recording Progressive Rock Cinematic
Key Feature:
• Unique musical applications
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional recording characteristics
  • • Professional orchestral standard
✗ CONS
  • • Requires professional technique
  • • Extremely expensive specialty cymbal

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Thin Crash TraditionalCrash CymbalSize: 20"Traditional seriesFast responding crash with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 542704
$413
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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Legend Dry Crash-Ride - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Legend Dry Crash-Ride

by Istanbul Mehmet
Cinematic Progressive Rock Art Music
Key Feature:
• Exceptional recording characteristics
✓ PROS
  • • Enormous sound with extended sustain
  • • Exceptional recording characteristics
✗ CONS
  • • Extremely expensive specialty cymbal
  • • Can overpower any musical context

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Legend Dry Crash-RideCrash-Ride CymbalSize: 20"Legend Dry SeriesB20...

⭐ 4.9/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 463267
$428
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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Crash IMC Natural - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Crash IMC Natural

by Istanbul Mehmet
Art Music Progressive Rock Special Effects
Key Feature:
• Professional orchestral standard
✓ PROS
  • • Professional orchestral standard
  • • Impressive acoustic presence
✗ CONS
  • • Requires professional technique
  • • Can overpower any musical context

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Crash IMC NaturalCrash CymbalSize: 20"Material: B20 bronzeFinish: NaturalHigh-quality...

⭐ 4.8/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 609355
$281
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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Dark Crash Traditional - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Dark Crash Traditional

by Istanbul Mehmet
Special Effects Art Music Recording
Key Feature:
• Enormous sound with extended sustain
✓ PROS
  • • Enormous sound with extended sustain
  • • Exceptional recording characteristics
✗ CONS
  • • Impractical for most drummers
  • • Extremely expensive specialty cymbal

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Dark Crash Traditional20" Dark Crash CymbalRegular finishTraditional seriesFast-response...

⭐ 4.9/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 311567
$406
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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Medium Crash Traditional - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Medium Crash Traditional

by Istanbul Mehmet
Recording Art Music Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Unique musical applications
✓ PROS
  • • Unique musical applications
  • • Professional orchestral standard
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited musical applications
  • • Extremely expensive specialty cymbal

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Medium Crash Traditional20" Medium Crash CymbalRegular finishFast-response crashDeep...

⭐ 4.6/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 311590
$413
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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Crash Samatya Series - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Crash Samatya Series

by Istanbul Mehmet
Art Music Orchestral Recording
Key Feature:
• Exceptional recording characteristics
✓ PROS
  • • Enormous sound with extended sustain
  • • Professional orchestral standard
✗ CONS
  • • Can overpower any musical context
  • • Requires professional technique

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Crash Samatya SeriesCrash CymbalSize: 20"Samatya SeriesBrilliant...

⭐ 4.9/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 458253
$340
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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Black Bell Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Black Bell Crash

by Istanbul Mehmet
Progressive Rock Recording Art Music
Key Feature:
• Unique musical applications
✓ PROS
  • • Enormous sound with extended sustain
  • • Exceptional recording characteristics
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited musical applications
  • • Extremely expensive specialty cymbal

Istanbul Mehmet 20" Black Bell Crash, Crash, Size: 20", Traditional finish, Material: B20 bronze alloy,...

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 416446
$413
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Istanbul Mehmet 20" John Robinson Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Istanbul Mehmet 20" John Robinson Crash

by Istanbul Mehmet
Progressive Rock Art Music Cinematic
Key Feature:
• Exceptional recording characteristics
✓ PROS
  • • Impressive acoustic presence
  • • Professional orchestral standard
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited musical applications
  • • Impractical for most drummers

Istanbul Mehmet 20" John Robinson CrashCrash CymbalJohn Robinson Signature seriesSize: 20"Material: B20...

⭐ 4.5/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 610525
$439
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How to Choose the Best 20" 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 20" 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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