Istanbul Mehmet 19" Medium Crash Traditional
19" Crash 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 4 of 4.
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Hi-Hat MC Jazz Series
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$486€435Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 14" Medium Hi-Hat Turk Series
14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
$486€435Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" China Samatya Series
16" China Cymbals
$323€289Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" John Robinson Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$352€315Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" X-Ray Series Random Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$278€249Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Medium Crash Traditional
18" Crash Cymbals
$345€309Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" Tony Williams Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$479€429Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 19" Dark Crash Traditional
19" Crash Cymbals
$401€359Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 19" Crash IMC Natural
19" Crash Cymbals
$256€229Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 19" Heavy Crash Traditional
19" Crash Cymbals
$401€359Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Black Sea 1623 Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$372€333Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" Black Sea 1623 Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$299€268Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Black Bell Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$345€309Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Ray Series Multi Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$352€315Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Metal Power Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
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Istanbul Mehmet 18" Med.Thin Crash Origin Dark
18" Crash Cymbals
$352€315Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Dark Crash Traditional
18" Crash Cymbals
$345€309Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" X-Ray Series Multi Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$289€259Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Ray Series Random Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$345€309Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.
16" Crash Cymbals
$289€259Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" Dark Crash Traditional
16" Crash Cymbals
$289€259Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Thin Crash Traditional
18" Crash Cymbals
$345€309Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" Nostalgia Crash
16" Crash Cymbals
$312€279Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" Crash Turk Series
16" Crash Cymbals
$267€239Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" Medium Crash Traditional
16" Crash Cymbals
$278€249Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" X-Ray 6 Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$300€269Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Nostalgia Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$356€319Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Crash Turk Series
18" Crash Cymbals
$334€299Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Mehmet Legend Dark Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$256€229Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Heavy Crash Traditional
18" Crash Cymbals
$352€315Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Legend Dry Crash
18" Crash Cymbals
$367€329Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Crash Samatya Series
18" Crash Cymbals
$352€315Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 18" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.
18" Crash Cymbals
$345€309Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" Heavy Crash Traditional
16" Crash Cymbals
$289€259Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" Crash Samatya Series
16" Crash Cymbals
$289€259Check ↗
Istanbul Mehmet 16" Thin Crash Traditional
16" Crash Cymbals
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Istanbul Mehmet 16" X-Ray 6 Crash
16" Crash 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.