Istanbul Mehmet 18" Jazz Ride Siz. Turk Series
18" Ride Cymbals
$348€309Check ↗
Brand profile · Turkey, est. 1950s
Istanbul Mehmet
Istanbul Mehmet is a globally recognized cymbal manufacturer celebrated for its hand-crafted instruments rooted in centuries-old Turkish traditions. The brand’s commitment to using traditional hammering techniques and high-quality alloys has earned it a reputation for producing cymbals with a uniquely warm, complex, and expressive character. Istanbul Mehmet’s cymbals are highly sought after by professional drummers across diverse genres.
Samatya SeriesMasters SeriesTony Williams Signature CymbalsTraditional hammering techniquesWarm, complex tonal character
1950sfounded
Turkeycountry
182products in stock
$107–$1,373price range
Istanbul Mehmet in the charts
Every chart where Istanbul Mehmet has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.
Best Istanbul Mehmet 18" crash cymbals
19 models$246 – $422Best Istanbul Mehmet 22" ride cymbals
14 models$381 – $613Best Istanbul Mehmet 20" ride cymbals
14 models$321 – $517Best Istanbul Mehmet 14" hi-hat cymbals
14 models$269 – $838Best Istanbul Mehmet 16" crash cymbals
14 models$200 – $483Best Istanbul Mehmet cymbal sets
11 models$629 – $1,373Best Istanbul Mehmet 15" hi-hat cymbals
8 models$366 – $600Best Istanbul Mehmet 20" crash cymbals
8 models$314 – $472Best Istanbul Mehmet 17" crash cymbals
8 models$224 – $325Best Istanbul Mehmet 14" crash cymbals
8 models$224 – $235Best Istanbul Mehmet 19" crash cymbals
7 models$258 – $404Best Istanbul Mehmet 10" splash cymbals
6 models$107 – $168
19 models$246 – $422Best Istanbul Mehmet 22" ride cymbals
14 models$381 – $613Best Istanbul Mehmet 20" ride cymbals
14 models$321 – $517Best Istanbul Mehmet 14" hi-hat cymbals
14 models$269 – $838Best Istanbul Mehmet 16" crash cymbals
14 models$200 – $483Best Istanbul Mehmet cymbal sets
11 models$629 – $1,373Best Istanbul Mehmet 15" hi-hat cymbals
8 models$366 – $600Best Istanbul Mehmet 20" crash cymbals
8 models$314 – $472Best Istanbul Mehmet 17" crash cymbals
8 models$224 – $325Best Istanbul Mehmet 14" crash cymbals
8 models$224 – $235Best Istanbul Mehmet 19" crash cymbals
7 models$258 – $404Best Istanbul Mehmet 10" splash cymbals
6 models$107 – $168
All 182 Istanbul Mehmet products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 1 of 4.
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Jazz Ride Turk Series
18" Ride Cymbals
$354€315Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 19" Medium Ride Sultan Series
19" Ride Cymbals
$404€359Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Ping Ride Traditional
18" Ride Cymbals
$366€325Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Medium Ride Turk Series
18" Ride Cymbals
$336€299Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 19" Jazz Ride Turk Series
19" Ride Cymbals
$404€359Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 19" Vintage Crash Ride
19" Ride Cymbals
$404€359Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Heavy Crash Traditional
14" Crash Cymbals
$235€209Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 21" Nostalgia 70's Ride
21" Ride Cymbals
$562€499Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 15" Thin Crash Traditional
15" Crash Cymbals
$269€239Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 15" Medium Crash Traditional
15" Crash Cymbals
$269€239Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 15" Dark Crash Traditional
15" Crash Cymbals
$269€239Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" X-Rubbish Crash
14" Crash Cymbals
$235€209Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" X-Ray 6 Crash
14" Crash Cymbals
$235€209Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 13" Light Hi-Hat Traditional
13" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$458€407Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 12" Medium Hi-Hat Traditional
12" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$393€349Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 10" Medium Hi-Hat Traditional
8''/10'' Hi-Hat Cymbals
$325€289Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 19" Mehmet Legend Sizzle Ride
19" Ride Cymbals
$404€359Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 06" Splash Turk Series
6" Splash Cymbals
$118€105Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Flat Ride Sizzle Turk S.
18" Ride Cymbals
$348€309Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 10" Light Hi-Hat Traditional
8''/10'' Hi-Hat Cymbals
$291€259Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 10" Heavy Hi-Hat Traditional
8''/10'' Hi-Hat Cymbals
$325€289Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 19" Legend Dark Ride Sizzle
19" Ride Cymbals
$404€359Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Sizzle Flat Ride Tradition
18" Ride Cymbals
$354€315Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 15" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.
15" Crash Cymbals
$250€222Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.
14" Crash Cymbals
$235€209Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 06" Splash Traditional Series
6" Splash Cymbals
$116€103Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Hi-Hat IMC Natural
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$269€239Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 12" Light Hi-Hat Traditional
12" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$393€349Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 19" Medium Ride Traditional
19" Ride Cymbals
$404€359Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 12" Flat Hole HH Turk Series
12" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$404€359Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 23" Black Bell Ride
23" Ride Cymbals
$580€515Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Crash Samatya Series
14" Crash Cymbals
$235€209Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Crash Turk Series
14" Crash Cymbals
$224€199Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Thin Crash Traditional
14" Crash Cymbals
$235€209Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Medium Crash Traditional
14" Crash Cymbals
$235€209Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 20" Ride IMC Natural
20" Ride Cymbals
$321€285Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 21" Mehmet Legend Sizzle Ride
21" Ride Cymbals
$523€465Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 22" Nostalgia 50's Ride
22" Ride Cymbals
$613€545Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 13" Legend Hi-Hat
13" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$460€409Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet Slam Funk Raw Clap Stack
Cymbal Stacks
$652€579Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Tony Williams Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$838€745Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 17" X-Ray Series Multi China
17" China Cymbals
$366€325Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 13" Medium Hi-Hat Turk Series
13" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$458€407Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 08" Splash Turk Series
8" Splash Cymbals
$134€119Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 08" Splash Traditional Series
8" Splash Cymbals
$141€125Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 21" Legend Dark Ride
21" Ride Cymbals
$517€459Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 22" Ride MC Jazz Series
22" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Mehmet, honestly
What Istanbul Mehmet does well
- Exceptional tonal complexity and warmth
- Hand-crafted quality and attention to detail
- Unique sonic signature, distinct from mass-produced cymbals
- Wide range of models catering to diverse playing styles
What to watch for
- Can be premium-priced, limiting accessibility
- Hand-hammered nature can lead to slight variations
- Some models may be darker than modern tastes
- Limited availability in certain regions
Questions about Istanbul Mehmet
Where are Istanbul Mehmet instruments made?
Istanbul Mehmet cymbals are handcrafted in Istanbul, Turkey, using traditional techniques passed down through generations. The company maintains its manufacturing facilities within the city.
Are Istanbul Mehmet cymbals bright or dark sounding?
Generally, Istanbul Mehmet cymbals are known for their warm and complex tones, leaning towards a darker, more vintage sound. However, the specific models within their range offer varying degrees of brightness.
What makes Istanbul Mehmet cymbals different from other brands?
Istanbul Mehmet's commitment to traditional hand-hammering, combined with carefully selected alloys and meticulous attention to detail, results in a unique sonic signature that differentiates them from mass-produced cymbals.