Istanbul Mehmet 20" Sizzle Flat Ride Tradition
20" Ride Cymbals
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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
$106–$1,362price 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$245 – $419Best Istanbul Mehmet 22" ride cymbals
14 models$378 – $608Best Istanbul Mehmet 20" ride cymbals
14 models$318 – $512Best Istanbul Mehmet 14" hi-hat cymbals
14 models$267 – $832Best Istanbul Mehmet 16" crash cymbals
14 models$199 – $479Best Istanbul Mehmet cymbal sets
11 models$624 – $1,362Best Istanbul Mehmet 15" hi-hat cymbals
8 models$363 – $595Best Istanbul Mehmet 20" crash cymbals
8 models$300 – $468Best Istanbul Mehmet 17" crash cymbals
8 models$222 – $323Best Istanbul Mehmet 14" crash cymbals
8 models$222 – $233Best Istanbul Mehmet 19" crash cymbals
7 models$256 – $401Best Istanbul Mehmet 10" splash cymbals
6 models$106 – $166
19 models$245 – $419Best Istanbul Mehmet 22" ride cymbals
14 models$378 – $608Best Istanbul Mehmet 20" ride cymbals
14 models$318 – $512Best Istanbul Mehmet 14" hi-hat cymbals
14 models$267 – $832Best Istanbul Mehmet 16" crash cymbals
14 models$199 – $479Best Istanbul Mehmet cymbal sets
11 models$624 – $1,362Best Istanbul Mehmet 15" hi-hat cymbals
8 models$363 – $595Best Istanbul Mehmet 20" crash cymbals
8 models$300 – $468Best Istanbul Mehmet 17" crash cymbals
8 models$222 – $323Best Istanbul Mehmet 14" crash cymbals
8 models$222 – $233Best Istanbul Mehmet 19" crash cymbals
7 models$256 – $401Best Istanbul Mehmet 10" splash cymbals
6 models$106 – $166
All 182 Istanbul Mehmet products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 3 of 4.
Istanbul Mehmet 20" Nostalgia 50's Sizzle Ride
20" Ride Cymbals
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" China Samatya Series
18" China Cymbals
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Istanbul Mehmet 15" Nostalgia Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$595€533Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 15" Hi-Hat IMC Natural
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$363€325Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 15" Light Hi-Hat Traditional
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$533€477Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 15" Hi-Hat Legend Dark Series
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$533€477Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 15" Medium Hi-Hat Turk Series
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$533€477Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 15" Legend Dry Hi-Hat
15" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$557€499Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 10" Splash IMC Natural
10" Splash Cymbals
$106€95Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 22" Ride IMC Natural
22" Ride Cymbals
$378€339Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 10" X-Ray Splash Turk Series
10" Splash Cymbals
$162€145Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Hi-Hat Samatya Series
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$486€435Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 10" Splash Samatya Series
10" Splash Cymbals
$165€148Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Medium Hi-Hat Traditional
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$486€435Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 17" Crash Turk Series
17" Crash Cymbals
$300€269Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 17" Thin Crash Traditional
17" Crash Cymbals
$289€259Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 20" Medium Ride Turk Series
20" Ride Cymbals
$423€379Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 20" Jazz Ride Turk Series
20" Ride Cymbals
$434€389Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 12" Splash Turk Series
12" Splash Cymbals
$200€179Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 12" Splash Traditional Series
12" Splash Cymbals
$200€179Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Nostalgia Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$533€477Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 10" Black Bell Splash
10" Splash Cymbals
$166€149Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Hi-Hat Legend Dark Series
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$486€435Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 10" Splash Turk Series
10" Splash Cymbals
$164€147Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 10" Splash Traditional Series
10" Splash Cymbals
$164€147Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 10" Splash Traditional Series
10" Splash Cymbals
$164€147Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 20" Thin Crash Traditional
20" Crash Cymbals
$463€415Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 19" Black Bell Crash
19" Crash Cymbals
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Istanbul Mehmet Samatya Cymbal Set 1-18
Cymbal Sets
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Istanbul Mehmet Samatya Cymbal Set 1
Cymbal Sets
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Istanbul Mehmet 17" Medium Crash Traditional
17" Crash Cymbals
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Istanbul Mehmet 17" Dark Crash Traditional
17" Crash Cymbals
$300€269Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 17" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.
17" Crash Cymbals
$289€259Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 20" Medium Crash Traditional
20" Crash Cymbals
$463€415Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet IMC 4pcs Cymbal Set Natural
Cymbal Sets
$701€628Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet IMC 3pcs Cymbal Set Natural
Cymbal Sets
$624€559Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 12" Splash Samatya Series
12" Splash Cymbals
$189€169Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Hi-Hat Origin Dark Series
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$445€399Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" China Turk Series
18" China Cymbals
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Istanbul Mehmet IMC Dark 4pcs Cymbal Set
Cymbal Sets
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Istanbul Mehmet IMC Dark 3pcs Cymbal Set
Cymbal Sets
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Istanbul Mehmet Samatya Cymbal Set 3
Cymbal Sets
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Istanbul Mehmet IMC Brilliant 5pcs Special Set
Cymbal Sets
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Istanbul Mehmet IMC Dark 5pcs Special Edition
Cymbal Sets
$779€698Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 22" Legend Dark Ride Sizzle
22" Ride Cymbals
$557€499Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Light Hi-Hat Traditional
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
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Istanbul Mehmet 14" 61st Vintage Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat 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.